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Quadro M2000
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M2000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 211.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M2000.
| Insight | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-211.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+211.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 76% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 34.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+34.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M2000 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Quadro M2000
The Quadro M2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 796 MHz to 1163 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,026 points. Launch price was $437.75.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro M2000 scores 4,026 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 211.4%. The Quadro M2000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 768 (Quadro M2000) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 1.786 TFLOPS (Quadro M2000) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 1163 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,026 | 12,535+211% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 2560+233% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.786 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+409% |
| Boost Clock | 1163 MHz | 1777 MHz+53% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 48 | 80+67% |
| L1 Cache | 0.28 MB | 2.5 MB+793% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M2000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M2000) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (Quadro M2000) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro M2000) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen.
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2nd Gen | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 2nd Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M2000 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 53.7% difference. The Quadro M2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2000) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 167mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-42% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 167mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 53.7 | 96.4+80% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M2000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The Quadro M2000 costs 76.1% less ($159 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 80.5 (Quadro M2000) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the Quadro M2000 offers 34.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).
| Feature | Quadro M2000 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-76% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.5+34% | 60.0 |
| Codename | GM206 | GA106 |
| Release | April 8 2016 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #491 | #211 |
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