Quadro M3000M vs Intel Arc Pro A30M
Quadro M3000M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro M3000M is positioned at rank 9 and the Intel Arc Pro A30M is on rank 30, so the Quadro M3000M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Quadro M3000M
Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro A30M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel Arc Pro A30M is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The Intel Arc Pro A30M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M3000M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel Arc Pro A30M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M3000M.
| Insight | Quadro M3000M | Intel Arc Pro A30M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel Arc Pro A30M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 M3000M and Intel Arc Pro A30M
Quadro M3000M
The Quadro M3000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1050 MHz. It has 1,024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,574 points.
Intel Arc Pro A30M
The Intel Arc Pro A30M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 8 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 8 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,862 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro M3000M scores 5,574 versus the Intel Arc Pro A30M's 5,862 — the Intel Arc Pro A30M leads by 5.2%. The Quadro M3000M is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Intel Arc Pro A30M uses Generation 12.7, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1 (Quadro M3000M) vs 1,024 (Intel Arc Pro A30M). Raw compute: 2.15 TFLOPS (Quadro M3000M) vs 4.096 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A30M).
| Feature | Quadro M3000M | Intel Arc Pro A30M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,574 | 5,862+5% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 1,024 | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.15 TFLOPS | 4.096 TFLOPS+91% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 | 64 |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M3000M | Intel Arc Pro A30M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M3000M) vs 4 MB (Intel Arc Pro A30M) — the Intel Arc Pro A30M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M3000M | Intel Arc Pro A30M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M3000M draws 75W versus the Intel Arc Pro A30M's 50W — a 40% difference. The Intel Arc Pro A30M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M3000M) vs 350W (Intel Arc Pro A30M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro M3000M | Intel Arc Pro A30M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 74.3 | 117.2+58% |
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