Radeon RX Vega M GL vs Quadro M2000

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 Radeon RX Vega M GL is positioned at rank #208 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 Radeon RX Vega M GL

#198

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

417%

#200

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

378%

#201

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

377%

#205

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

343%

#206

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

340%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

98%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

93%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

91%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

90%

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 Radeon RX Vega M GL uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega M GL likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M2000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M2000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% 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.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 209.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+209.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

Radeon RX Vega M GL Benchmark Check

Quadro M2000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL and Quadro M2000

Radeon RX Vega M GL

The Radeon RX Vega M GL is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 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: 3,906 points.

Quadro M2000

The Quadro M2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 796 MHz to 1163 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,026 points. Launch price was $437.75.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 3,906 and the Quadro M2000 reaches 4,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is built on GCN 4.0 while the Quadro M2000 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 768 (Quadro M2000). Raw compute: 2.588 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 1.786 TFLOPS (Quadro M2000). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 1163 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
G3D Mark Score	3,906	4,026+3%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280+67%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.588 TFLOPS+45%	1.786 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1011 MHz	1163 MHz+15%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	80+67%	48
L1 Cache	320 KB+11%	288 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega M GL comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2000 has 4 GB. The Quadro M2000 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	Quadro M2000
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	4 GB
Memory Type	HBM2	GDDR5
Bus Width	1024-bit+1500%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 12_1 (Quadro M2000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12_1
Max Displays	6+50%	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro M2000). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
Encoder	VCE 3.0	NVENC 2nd Gen
Decoder	UVD 6.3	NVDEC 2nd Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega M GL draws 65W versus the Quadro M2000's 75W — a 14.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 350W (Quadro M2000). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 167mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL	Quadro M2000
TDP	65W-13%	75W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	167mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	60.1+12%	53.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega M GL launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro M2000 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Quadro M2000 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 80.5 (Quadro M2000) — the Quadro M2000 offers 209.6% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).