Quadro P3000 vs GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

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 P3000 is positioned at rank #135 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 P3000

#67

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1450

97%

#120

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1388%

#135

Quadro P3000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

100%

#136

Quadro P3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

100%

#139

Quadro T1000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $120

94%

#140

Radeon Pro V520

MSRP: $800|Avg: $300

94%

#141

Quadro M5500

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

93%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

93%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

92%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

91%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

90%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

89%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

89%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

87%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

86%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro P3000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+50%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $80), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 35.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+35.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)	✅More affordable ($60)

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 P3000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P3000 and GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

Quadro P3000

The Quadro P3000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,384 points. Launch price was $5,999.

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro P3000 scores 6,384 and the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 reaches 6,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro P3000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 uses Kepler, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (Quadro P3000) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 12.63 TFLOPS (Quadro P3000) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 902 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	6,384	6,500+2%
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	16 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	3840+67%	2304
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.63 TFLOPS+204%	4.156 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1645 MHz+82%	902 MHz
ROPs	96+100%	48
TMUs	240+25%	192
L1 Cache	1.4 MB+637%	0.19 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+100%	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
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 P3000 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 has 4 GB. The Quadro P3000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Quadro P3000) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) — the Quadro P3000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+50%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	3 MB+100%	1.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P3000 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2's 250W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P3000) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
TDP	250W	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	25.5	26.0+2%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P3000 launched at $600 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 launched at $649 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 costs 25% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 79.8 (Quadro P3000) vs 108.3 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 offers 35.7% better value. The Quadro P3000 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).