Quadro M6000 24GB vs GeForce RTX 2060

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.

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Performance Per Dollar Quadro M6000 24GB

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RTX 5880 Ada Generation

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Tesla M40

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Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

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162%

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RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

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Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

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Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

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Radeon Pro W6900X

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Quadro RTX 6000

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122%

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Quadro P6000

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Quadro M6000

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101%

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Quadro M6000 24GB

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100%

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85%

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45%

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 GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M6000 24GB lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 21.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M6000 24GB offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-21.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+21.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $600 for the Quadro M6000 24GB, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 507.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+507.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)	✅More affordable ($120)

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.

Quadro M6000 24GB Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M6000 24GB and GeForce RTX 2060

Quadro M6000 24GB

The Quadro M6000 24GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 5 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 988 MHz to 1114 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,625 points. Launch price was $4,999.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro M6000 24GB scores 11,625 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 21.4%. The Quadro M6000 24GB is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 6.844 TFLOPS (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1114 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	11,625	14,114+21%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	3072+60%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.844 TFLOPS+6%	6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1114 MHz	1680 MHz+51%
ROPs	96+100%	48
TMUs	256+113%	120
L1 Cache	1.1 MB	1.9 MB+73%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro M6000 24GB comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The Quadro M6000 24GB offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 317 GB/s (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	24 GB+300%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	317 GB/s	336 GB/s+6%
Bus Width	384-bit+100%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12/1 (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12/1	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M6000 24GB draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 43.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 72.

Feature	Quadro M6000 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	250W	160W-36%
Recommended PSU	500W	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	112mm	113mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	72-10%
Perf/Watt	46.5	88.2+90%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M6000 24GB launched at $4999 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 80% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.4 (Quadro M6000 24GB) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 506.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).