Quadro M620 vs GRID K2

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K2

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Tesla K20m

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27874%

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GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

100%

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GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

100%

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Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

89%

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GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

83%

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Quadro FX 550

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81%

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Quadro FX 350

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81%

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Tesla M2070

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79%

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GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

79%

#388

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

75%

#389

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

72%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

72%

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Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

66%

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60%

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MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

60%

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Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

58%

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GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

57%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M620 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K2.

Insight	Quadro M620	GRID K2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M620 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M620 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $80), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 101.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M620	GRID K2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+101.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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

GRID K2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M620 and GRID K2

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.

GRID K2

The GRID K2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro M620 scores 2,758 and the GRID K2 reaches 2,737 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M620 is built on Maxwell while the GRID K2 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Quadro M620) vs 1,536 (GRID K2). Raw compute: 1 TFLOPS (Quadro M620) vs 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K2).

Feature	Quadro M620	GRID K2
G3D Mark Score	2,758	2,737
Architecture	Maxwell	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	1536 ×2+200%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1 TFLOPS	2.289 TFLOPS ×2+129%
ROPs	16	32 ×2+100%
TMUs	32	128 ×2+300%
L1 Cache	256 KB+100%	128 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M620	GRID K2
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M620) vs 0.5 MB (GRID K2) — the Quadro M620 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro M620	GRID K2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M620 draws 30W versus the GRID K2's 225W — a 152.9% difference. The Quadro M620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M620) vs 350W (GRID K2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Quadro M620	GRID K2
TDP	30W-87%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	91.9+653%	12.2

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M620 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID K2 launched at $5199 and now averages $80. The Quadro M620 costs 50% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 69.0 (Quadro M620) vs 34.2 (GRID K2) — the Quadro M620 offers 101.8% better value. The Quadro M620 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).