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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro M5000 is positioned at rank 147 and the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is on rank 110, so the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M5000
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M5000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $150 for the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile, it costs 20% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 23.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+23.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
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 RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1238 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,494 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M5000 scores 9,406 and the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile reaches 9,494 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M5000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Quadro M5000) vs 2,048 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1500 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,406 | 9,494 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Boost Clock | 1038 MHz | 1500 MHz+45% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M5000 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile has 4 GB. The Quadro M5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 211 GB/s (Quadro M5000) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile) — a 9.9% advantage for the Quadro M5000. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 211 GB/s+10% | 192 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro M5000) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (Quadro M5000) vs NVENC 8.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs PureVideo HD VP11. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro M5000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile).
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 | NVENC 8.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | PureVideo HD VP11 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M5000 draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile's 60W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro M5000) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 60W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 62.7 | 158.2+152% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M5000 costs 20% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.4 (Quadro M5000) vs 63.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile) — the Quadro M5000 offers 23.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-20% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 78.4+24% | 63.3 |
| Codename | GM204 | GN20-P0 |
| Release | June 29 2015 | May 11 2021 |
| Ranking | #280 | #286 |
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