Radeon RX 560
VS
Quadro K2200

Radeon RX 560 vs Quadro K2200

AMD

Radeon RX 560

2017Core: 1175 MHzBoost: 1275 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro K2200

2014Core: 1046 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

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 Quadro K2200

#75
Radeon Pro Vega II
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800
99%
#76
Radeon PRO W7900
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500
98%
#77
Radeon Pro VII
MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400
97%
#78
Quadro RTX 5000
MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692
94%
#79
Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)
MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692
93%
#80
Radeon Pro W6800X
MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799
90%
#154
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2063%
#169
Quadro K2200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
100%
#173
Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600
MSRP: $119|Avg: $86
98%
#175
Radeon Pro 560
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
97%
#176
Radeon Pro 460
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
97%
#180
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E
MSRP: $139|Avg: $85
93%
#181
FirePro M5950
MSRP: $200|Avg: $200
92%
#183
Radeon Pro WX 7130
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200
90%
#184
FirePro W7100
MSRP: $799|Avg: $114
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 560 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K2200.

InsightRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $60), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 45.8% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+45.8%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)
More affordable ($40)

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 RX 560 and Quadro K2200

AMD

Radeon RX 560

The Radeon RX 560 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,682 points. Launch price was $99.

NVIDIA

Quadro K2200

The Quadro K2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,580 points. Launch price was $395.75.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 560 scores 3,682 and the Quadro K2200 reaches 3,580 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 560 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Quadro K2200 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon RX 560) vs 640 (Quadro K2200). Raw compute: 2.611 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 560) vs 1.439 TFLOPS (Quadro K2200). Boost clocks: 1275 MHz vs 1124 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
G3D Mark Score
3,682+3%
3,580
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Maxwell
Process Node
14 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1024+60%
640
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.611 TFLOPS+81%
1.439 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1275 MHz+13%
1124 MHz
ROPs
16
16
TMUs
64+60%
40
L1 Cache
256 KB
320 KB+25%
L2 Cache
1 MB
2 MB+100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
AMD Anti-Lag
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 560) vs 2 MB (Quadro K2200) — the Quadro K2200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
256-bit+300%
64-bit
L2 Cache
1 MB
2 MB+100%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon RX 560) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2200). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
DirectX
12 (12_0)
12 (11_0)
Vulkan
1.3
1.4+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
4+33%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 560) vs NVENC 4th Gen (Quadro K2200). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 1. Supported codecs: HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-4 (Radeon RX 560) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro K2200).

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
Encoder
VCE 3.4
NVENC 4th Gen
Decoder
UVD 6.3
NVDEC 1
Codecs
HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-4
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 560 draws 75W versus the Quadro K2200's 68W — a 9.8% difference. The Quadro K2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon RX 560) vs 350W (Quadro K2200). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 170mm vs 203mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 C vs 75°C.

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
TDP
75W
68W-9%
Recommended PSU
450W
350W-22%
Power Connector
None
PCIe-powered
Length
170mm
203mm
Height
112mm
111mm
Slots
2
1-50%
Temp (Load)
70 C-7%
75°C
Perf/Watt
49.1
52.6+7%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 560 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Quadro K2200 launched at $500 and now averages $40. The Quadro K2200 costs 33.3% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.4 (Radeon RX 560) vs 89.5 (Quadro K2200) — the Quadro K2200 offers 45.8% better value. The Radeon RX 560 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).

FeatureRadeon RX 560Quadro K2200
MSRP
$99-80%
$500
Avg Price (30d)
$60
$40-33%
Performance per Dollar
61.4
89.5+46%
Codename
Polaris 21
GM107
Release
April 18 2017
July 22 2014
Ranking
#527
#534