Quadro M5000 vs GRID P40-2Q
Quadro M5000
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GRID P40-2Q
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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 M5000 is positioned at rank 147 and the GRID P40-2Q is on rank 310, so the Quadro M5000 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 GRID P40-2Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% 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 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ 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 $340), it costs 65% less, resulting in a 178.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+178.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($340) |
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 GRID P40-2Q
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.
GRID P40-2Q
The GRID P40-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,581 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M5000 scores 9,406 and the GRID P40-2Q reaches 9,581 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M5000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GRID P40-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Quadro M5000) vs 2,048 (GRID P40-2Q). Raw compute: 4.252 TFLOPS (Quadro M5000) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-2Q). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,406 | 9,581+2% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.252 TFLOPS | 4.825 TFLOPS+13% |
| Boost Clock | 1038 MHz | 1178 MHz+13% |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB | 768 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M5000 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-2Q has 4 GB. The Quadro M5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro M5000) vs 12.1 (GRID P40-2Q). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (Quadro M5000) vs NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GRID P40-2Q). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro M5000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GRID P40-2Q).
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 | NVENC 4.0 (2x) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | PureVideo HD VP6 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M5000 draws 150W versus the GRID P40-2Q's 225W — a 40% difference. The Quadro M5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro M5000) vs 500W (GRID P40-2Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-33% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 62.7+47% | 42.6 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M5000 launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GRID P40-2Q launched at $5699 and now averages $340. The Quadro M5000 costs 64.7% less ($220 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.4 (Quadro M5000) vs 28.2 (GRID P40-2Q) — the Quadro M5000 offers 178% better value.
| Feature | Quadro M5000 | GRID P40-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999-82% | $5699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-65% | $340 |
| Performance per Dollar | 78.4+178% | 28.2 |
| Codename | GM204 | GM204 |
| Release | June 29 2015 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #280 | #433 |
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