RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
VS
Quadro M620

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q vs Quadro M620

NVIDIA

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

2025Core: 1590 MHzBoost: 2617 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro M620

2017Core: 756 MHzBoost: 977 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. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is positioned at rank #393 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 RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

#378
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
46166%
#393
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
100%
#394
FireStream 9170
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20
100%
#395
Quadro FX 1700
MSRP: $699|Avg: $500
97%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
94%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
84%
#398
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
75%
#399
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
75%
#400
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
75%
#401
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
72%
#402
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
72%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
69%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
63%
#406
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
63%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
56%
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 RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is significantly newer (2025 vs 2017). The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M620 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M620 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q.

InsightRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity
Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (304mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M620 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $8,565 for the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q, it costs 100% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 21398.2% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+21398.2%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,565)
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 RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q and Quadro M620

NVIDIA

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,747 points. Launch price was $8,565.

NVIDIA

Quadro M620

The Quadro M620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 756 MHz to 977 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,758 points.

Graphics Performance

The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q scores 2,747 and the Quadro M620 reaches 2,758 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the Quadro M620 uses Maxwell, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 24,064 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs 512 (Quadro M620). Raw compute: 126 TFLOPS (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs 1 TFLOPS (Quadro M620). Boost clocks: 2617 MHz vs 977 MHz.

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
G3D Mark Score
2,747
2,758
Architecture
Blackwell 2.0
Maxwell
Process Node
5 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
24064+4600%
512
Compute (TFLOPS)
126 TFLOPS+12500%
1 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
2617 MHz+168%
977 MHz
ROPs
192+1100%
16
TMUs
752+2250%
32
L1 Cache
23.5 MB+9300%
0.25 MB
L2 Cache
128 MB+6300%
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 512-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 128 MB (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs 2 MB (Quadro M620) — the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR7
GDDR5
Bus Width
512-bit+700%
64-bit
L2 Cache
128 MB+6300%
2 MB
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Display & API Support

Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
Max Displays
4
0
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 9th Gen (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs NVENC 5th Gen (Quadro M620). Decoder: NVDEC 6th Gen vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
Encoder
NVENC 9th Gen
NVENC 5th Gen
Decoder
NVDEC 6th Gen
NVDEC 2nd Gen
Codecs
AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q draws 600W versus the Quadro M620's 30W — a 181% difference. The Quadro M620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs 350W (Quadro M620). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 304mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
TDP
600W
30W-95%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
304mm
1mm
Height
137mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Perf/Watt
4.6
91.9+1898%
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Value Analysis

The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q launched at $8565 MSRP and currently averages $8565, while the Quadro M620 launched at $0 and now averages $40. The Quadro M620 costs 99.5% less ($8525 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) vs 69.0 (Quadro M620) — the Quadro M620 offers 22900% better value. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2017).

FeatureRTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12QQuadro M620
MSRP
$8565
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$8565
$40-100%
Performance per Dollar
0.3
69.0+22900%
Codename
GB202
GM107
Release
March 18 2025
January 11 2017
Ranking
#609
#606