Quadro M2200 vs GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro M2200
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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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro M2200 is positioned at rank #158 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M2200
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M2200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 295.8% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M2200.
| Insight | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-295.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+295.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $70 versus $289 for the GeForce RTX 3060, it costs 76% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 4.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($70) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M2200 and GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro M2200
The Quadro M2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 695 MHz to 1036 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,294 points.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro M2200 scores 4,294 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 295.8%. The Quadro M2200 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Quadro M2200) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1036 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,294 | 16,995+296% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 3584+250% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.122 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+500% |
| Boost Clock | 1036 MHz | 1777 MHz+72% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 64 | 112+75% |
| L1 Cache | 0.38 MB | 3.5 MB+821% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M2200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M2200) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 12 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M2200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M2200) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: 2nd Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Quadro M2200) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | 2nd Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M2200 draws 55W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 102.2% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2200) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-68% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 78.1 | 100.0+28% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The Quadro M2200 costs 75.8% less ($219 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.3 (Quadro M2200) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the Quadro M2200 offers 4.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $329-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $70-76% | $289 |
| Performance per Dollar | 61.3+4% | 58.8 |
| Codename | GM206 | GA106 |
| Release | January 11 2017 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #479 | #114 |
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