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Quadro M5000
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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 M5000 is positioned at rank #147 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 M5000
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro M5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX TITAN Black.
| Insight | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M5000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $120 (vs $120), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 2.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 M5000 and GeForce GTX TITAN Black
Quadro M5000
The Quadro M5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 29 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 861 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,406 points. Launch price was $2,856.99.
GeForce GTX TITAN Black
The GeForce GTX TITAN Black is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 889 MHz to 980 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,177 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M5000 scores 9,406 and the GeForce GTX TITAN Black reaches 9,177 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M5000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX TITAN Black uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Quadro M5000) vs 2,880 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Raw compute: 4.252 TFLOPS (Quadro M5000) vs 5.645 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 980 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,406+2% | 9,177 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2880+41% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.252 TFLOPS | 5.645 TFLOPS+33% |
| Boost Clock | 1038 MHz+6% | 980 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 128 | 240+88% |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+220% | 240 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M5000 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX TITAN Black has 6 GB. The Quadro M5000 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 211 GB/s (Quadro M5000) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — a 59.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN Black. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M5000) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — the Quadro M5000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+33% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 211 GB/s | 336 GB/s+59% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 384-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro M5000) vs 12.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.2+9% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (Quadro M5000) vs NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro M5000) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black).
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 | NVENC 1.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M5000 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX TITAN Black's 250W — a 50% difference. The Quadro M5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro M5000) vs 600W (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-40% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-17% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 6-pin + 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 62.7+71% | 36.7 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M5000 launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX TITAN Black launched at $999 and now averages $120. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.4 (Quadro M5000) vs 76.5 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — the Quadro M5000 offers 2.5% better value. The Quadro M5000 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 78.4+2% | 76.5 |
| Codename | GM204 | GK110B |
| Release | June 29 2015 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #280 | #288 |
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