Quadro M4000 vs Quadro T1000
Quadro M4000
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Quadro T1000
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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 M4000 is positioned at rank 159 and the Quadro T1000 is on rank 90, so the Quadro T1000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M4000
Performance Per Dollar Quadro T1000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Quadro T1000 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro T1000 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M4000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro M4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% 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 T1000.
| Insight | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $350 versus $425 for the Quadro T1000, it costs 18% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 24.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+24.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($350) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($425) |
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 M4000 and Quadro T1000
Quadro M4000
The Quadro M4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 1013 MHz. It has 1,280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,679 points.
Quadro T1000
The Quadro T1000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1455 MHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,505 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M4000 scores 6,679 and the Quadro T1000 reaches 6,505 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M4000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro T1000 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Boost clocks: 1013 MHz vs 1455 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,679+3% | 6,505 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 12 nm |
| Boost Clock | 1013 MHz | 1455 MHz+44% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M4000 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro T1000 has 4 GB. The Quadro M4000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M4000) vs 12 (12_1) (Quadro T1000). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M4000) vs 5th Gen NVENC (Turing) (Quadro T1000). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Quadro M4000) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1 Decode (Quadro T1000).
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) | 5th Gen NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | 1st Gen NVDEC | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 | H.264,HEVC,AV1 Decode |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M4000 draws 100W versus the Quadro T1000's 50W — a 66.7% difference. The Quadro T1000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M4000) vs 350W (Quadro T1000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 156mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 82°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 50W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 241mm | 156mm |
| Height | 111mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 82°C | 65°C-21% |
| Perf/Watt | 66.8 | 130.1+95% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M4000 launched at $791 MSRP and currently averages $350, while the Quadro T1000 launched at $400 and now averages $425. The Quadro M4000 costs 17.6% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.1 (Quadro M4000) vs 15.3 (Quadro T1000) — the Quadro M4000 offers 24.8% better value. The Quadro T1000 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).
| Feature | Quadro M4000 | Quadro T1000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $791 | $400-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350-18% | $425 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.1+25% | 15.3 |
| Codename | GM204 | TU117 |
| Release | August 18 2015 | May 27 2019 |
| Ranking | #392 | #376 |
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