Quadro 500M vs Quadro K4000

When comparing Quadro 500M and Quadro K4000, we look primarily at benchmarks and game tests. But it is not only about the numbers. Often you can find third-party models with higher clock speeds, better cooling, or a customizable RGB lighting. Not all of them will have all the features you need. Another thing to consider is the port selection. Most graphics cards have at least one DisplayPort and HDMI interface, but some monitors require DVI. Before you buy, check the TDP of the graphics card - this characteristic will help you estimate the consumption of the graphics card. You may even have to upgrade your PSU to meet its requirements. An important factor when choosing between Quadro 500M and Quadro K4000 is the price. Does the additional cost justify the performance hit? Our comparison should help you make the right decision.

• Quadro K4000 has 128% more power consumption, than Quadro 500M.
• Quadro 500M is connected by MXM-A (3.0), and Quadro K4000 uses PCIe 2.0 x16 interface.
• Quadro K4000 has 2 GB more memory, than Quadro 500M.
• Both cards are used in Desktops.
• Quadro 500M is build with Fermi architecture, and Quadro K4000 - with Kepler.
• Core clock speed of Quadro K4000 is 110 MHz higher, than Quadro 500M.
• Quadro 500M is manufactured by 40 nm process technology, and Quadro K4000 - by 28 nm process technology.
• Memory clock speed of Quadro K4000 is 3816 MHz higher, than Quadro 500M.