Radeon R9 280X vs Quadro K5200
Radeon R9 280X
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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 K5200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K5200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (8 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 280X.
| Insight | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R9 280X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 280X holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $70), it costs 14% less, resulting in a 15.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+15.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($60) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 280X and Quadro K5200
Radeon R9 280X
The Radeon 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: 6,100 points. Launch price was $299.
Quadro K5200
The Quadro K5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 667 MHz to 771 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,149 points. Launch price was $1,699.74.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 280X scores 6,100 and the Quadro K5200 reaches 6,149 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 280X is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro K5200 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 2,304 (Quadro K5200). Raw compute: 4.096 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 280X) vs 3.553 TFLOPS (Quadro K5200). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 771 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,100 | 6,149 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2304+13% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.096 TFLOPS+15% | 3.553 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz+30% | 771 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 128 | 192+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R9 280X comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5200 has 8 GB. The Quadro K5200 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (Radeon R9 280X) vs 211 GB/s (Quadro K5200) — a 36.5% advantage for the Radeon R9 280X. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB | 8 GB+167% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s+36% | 211 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+50% | 256-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 280X draws 200W versus the Quadro K5200's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The Quadro K5200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon R9 280X) vs 350W (Quadro K5200). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 150W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 350W-30% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 30.5 | 41.0+34% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 280X launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Quadro K5200 launched at $2250 and now averages $70. The Radeon R9 280X costs 14.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 101.7 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 87.8 (Quadro K5200) — the Radeon R9 280X offers 15.8% better value. The Quadro K5200 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R9 280X | Quadro K5200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-87% | $2250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-14% | $70 |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.7+16% | 87.8 |
| Codename | Tahiti | GK110B |
| Release | October 8 2013 | July 22 2014 |
| Ranking | #404 | #391 |
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