Quadro M620 vs GeForce GTX 560

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.

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Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro M620 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The Quadro M620 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 560 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 560 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M620 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 33.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+33.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 M620 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 560 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M620 and GeForce GTX 560

Quadro M620

The Quadro M620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 756 MHz to 977 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,758 points.

GeForce GTX 560

The GeForce GTX 560 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,768 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro M620 scores 2,758 and the GeForce GTX 560 reaches 2,768 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M620 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 560 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro M620) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 560). Raw compute: 1 TFLOPS (Quadro M620) vs 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560).

Feature	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
G3D Mark Score	2,758	2,768
Architecture	Maxwell	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	512+52%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	1 TFLOPS	1.089 TFLOPS+9%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	56+75%
L1 Cache	256 KB	448 KB+75%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro M620 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 560 has 1 GB. The Quadro M620 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M620) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 560) — the Quadro M620 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+100%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M620 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 560's 150W — a 133.3% difference. The Quadro M620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M620) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 560). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro M620	GeForce GTX 560
TDP	30W-80%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	91.9+397%	18.5

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M620 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 560 launched at $199 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 560 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 69.0 (Quadro M620) vs 92.3 (GeForce GTX 560) — the GeForce GTX 560 offers 33.8% better value. The Quadro M620 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).