Quadro P3000 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. 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

⚠️ 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 P3000 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 121.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P3000.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-121.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+121.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $80), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 47.4% better value per dollar than the Quadro P3000.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+47.4%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($80)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 P3000 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P3000 and GeForce RTX 2060

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 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 P3000 scores 6,384 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 121.1%. The Quadro P3000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 16 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (Quadro P3000) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 12.63 TFLOPS (Quadro P3000) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	6,384	14,114+121%
Architecture	Pascal	Turing
Process Node	16 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	3840+100%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.63 TFLOPS+96%	6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1645 MHz	1680 MHz+2%
ROPs	96+100%	48
TMUs	240+100%	120
L1 Cache	1.4 MB	1.9 MB+36%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P3000	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)

Both cards feature 6 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro P3000) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (Pascal) (Quadro P3000) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: 3rd Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro P3000) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	6th Gen NVENC (Pascal)	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	3rd Gen NVDEC	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P3000 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 43.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P3000) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 72.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	250W	160W-36%
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	72-10%
Perf/Watt	25.5	88.2+246%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P3000 launched at $600 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The Quadro P3000 costs 33.3% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 79.8 (Quadro P3000) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 47.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).