Quadro K2000D
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Quadro K2000D

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

1,600

MSRP

$599

AVG Price

$35

March 1 2013
51 Watt
Kepler (2012−2018)

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 K2000D 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: 1,600 points. Launch price was $599.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro K2000D is positioned at rank #257 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 Quadro K2000D

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100%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Quadro K2000D specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro K2000D scores 1,600 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.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score1,600
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationKepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGK107
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency954 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.7327 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second30.53 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count1,270 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#750
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro K2000D is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache32 kB
L2 Cache256 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.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12 (11_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 3.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportNone
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Display & Media

Display outputs: DVI-I DLx 0, DVI-D DLx 1, Mini DisplayPort 1.2x 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,MPEG-2,VC-1.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectorsDVI-I DLx
1 PortsNumber of 1 display connectorsDVI-D DLx
2 PortsNumber of 2 display connectorsMini DisplayPort 1.2x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors4
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNVENC 1st Gen
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionNVDEC 1st Gen
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K2000D 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 300g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 80 under load.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
TDPPower consumption under load51 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance202mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Weight300g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $35 (MSRP: $599), the Quadro K2000D delivers 46 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #257 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #750 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationQuadro K2000D
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$599
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$35
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#257
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#750
Release DateMarch 1 2013
Release Year2013

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