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Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X
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Quadro P2000 Max-Q
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About G3D Mark
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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P2000 Max-Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro P2000 Max-Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (4 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (275mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro P2000 Max-Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X and Quadro P2000 Max-Q
Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X
The Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,248 points. Launch price was $299.
Quadro P2000 Max-Q
The Quadro P2000 Max-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 5 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1215 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,353 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X scores 5,248 and the Quadro P2000 Max-Q reaches 5,353 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro P2000 Max-Q uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X) vs 768 (Quadro P2000 Max-Q). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1468 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,248 | 5,353+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+167% | 768 |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 1468 MHz+47% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P2000 Max-Q has 4 GB. The Quadro P2000 Max-Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB | 4 GB+33% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+200% | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X draws 200W versus the Quadro P2000 Max-Q's 80W — a 85.7% difference. The Quadro P2000 Max-Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X) vs 350W (Quadro P2000 Max-Q). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 80W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 350W-30% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 275mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 26.2 | 66.9+155% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro P2000 Max-Q is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X | Quadro P2000 Max-Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | — |
| Codename | Tahiti | GP107GL |
| Release | October 8 2013 | July 5 2017 |
| Ranking | #404 | #426 |
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