Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 vs Quadro K5000
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
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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. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is positioned at rank 206 and the Quadro K5000 is on rank 313, so the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K5000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 154.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+154.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 and Quadro K5000
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2018. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,922 points.
Quadro K5000
The Quadro K5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 17 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 706 MHz to 706 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,989 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 scores 3,922 and the Quadro K5000 reaches 3,989 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is built on Vega while the Quadro K5000 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 1,536 (Quadro K5000). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 706 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,922 | 3,989+2% |
| Architecture | Vega | Kepler |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 1536+20% |
| Boost Clock | 1011 MHz+43% | 706 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RX Vega M GL / 870 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5000 has 4 GB. The Quadro K5000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 1024-bit+1500% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 12_0 (Quadro K5000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12_0 |
| Max Displays | 6+50% | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 1st Gen.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 3.0 | NVENC 2nd Gen |
| Decoder | UVD 6.3 | NVDEC 1st Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 draws 65W versus the Quadro K5000's 122W — a 61% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 350W (Quadro K5000). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-47% | 122W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 60.3+84% | 32.7 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $60. The Quadro K5000 costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 66.5 (Quadro K5000) — the Quadro K5000 offers 154.8% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 | Quadro K5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-94% | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $60-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.1 | 66.5+155% |
| Codename | Vega Kaby Lake-G | GK104 |
| Release | January 7 2018 | August 17 2012 |
| Ranking | #427 | #492 |
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