Quadro M500M
VS
UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

Quadro M500M vs UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

NVIDIA

Quadro M500M

2016Core: 1029 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz
VS
Intel

UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

2020Core: 200 MHzBoost: 500 MHz

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. The Quadro M500M is positioned at rank #31 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro M500M

#9
Intel Arc Pro B50
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
90%
#11
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
MSRP: $900|Avg: $300
85%
#16
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
378%
#16
Radeon PRO W7500
MSRP: $429|Avg: $401
79%
#18
Radeon Pro V520 MxGPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $340
78%
#19
RTX A2000 12GB
MSRP: $449|Avg: $380
78%
#20
Radeon Pro Vega 56
MSRP: $399|Avg: $60
78%
#21
RTX A2000
MSRP: $450|Avg: $320
77%
#31
Quadro M500M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#33
Radeon PRO W6400
MSRP: $229|Avg: $200
94%
#36
T600
MSRP: $200|Avg: $180
82%
#43
P106-100
MSRP: $224|Avg: $30
76%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) uses modern memory architecture. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M500M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M500M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) 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 M500M and UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

NVIDIA

Quadro M500M

The Quadro M500M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 27 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,172 points.

Intel

UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 200 MHz to 500 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,200 points.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro M500M scores 1,172 and the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) reaches 1,200 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M500M is built on Maxwell while the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Quadro M500M) vs 64 (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 500 MHz.

FeatureQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
G3D Mark Score
1,172
1,200+2%
Architecture
Maxwell
Gen. 11 Ice Lake
Process Node
28 nm
10 nm
Shading Units
384+500%
64
Boost Clock
1124 MHz+125%
500 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro M500M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) has 0 MB. The Quadro M500M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M500M draws 30W versus the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)'s 7W — a 124.3% difference. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M500M) vs 1W (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
TDP
30W
7W-77%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
75
Perf/Watt
39.1
171.4+338%
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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).

FeatureQuadro M500MUHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$0
Codename
GM108
Lakefield GT2
Release
April 27 2016
May 28 2020
Ranking
#833
#893