Quadro K2000
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
1,582
MSRP
$599
AVG Price
$500
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.
Overview
The Quadro K2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 954 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 51W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,582 points. Launch price was $599.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro K2000 is positioned at rank #261 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2000
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Quadro K2000 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Quadro K2000 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K2000 scores 1,582 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Kepler (2012−2018) architecture (codename: GK107), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.7327 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 1,582 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Kepler (2012−2018) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GK107 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 28 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 384 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 32 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 16 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 954 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 0.7327 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 30.53 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 1,270 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #756 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K2000 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 2 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 64-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| L1 Cache | 32 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA Reflex | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Super Resolution | ❌ Not Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 (11_0) |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.2 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | CUDA 3.0 |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x DVI-I, 2x DisplayPort 1.2 — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st gen, decoder: NVDEC 1st gen— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| DVI-I PortsNumber of DVI-I display connectors | 1x |
| DisplayPort 1.2 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.2 display connectors | 2x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 4 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | NVENC 1st gen |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | NVDEC 1st gen |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K2000 draws 51 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 202mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 450g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 35°C at idle, 70°C under load.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 51 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 202mm |
| Card Height | 111mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 1-slot |
| Weight | 450g |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 35°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 70°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $500 (MSRP: $599), the Quadro K2000 delivers 3 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #261 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #756 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Quadro K2000 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $500 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #261 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #756 |
| Release Date | March 1 2013 |
| Release Year | 2013 |
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