Radeon RX 6300 vs Quadro FX 3500

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon RX 6300 is positioned at rank 14 and the Quadro FX 3500 is on rank 408, so the Radeon RX 6300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 6300

#6

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

122%

#8

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

111%

#9

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

111%

#13

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

101%

#14

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

100%

#18

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3500

#392

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

86900%

#408

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

94%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

94%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

71%

#415

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

59%

#416

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

53%

#417

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

47%

#418

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

47%

#419

Quadro FX 1000

MSRP: $500|Avg: $30

41%

#420

Quadro FX 1300

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

35%

#421

Quadro FX 3400/4400

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $50

35%

#422

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

29%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 6300 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2008). The Radeon RX 6300 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 6300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1907.2% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (4 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 3500.

Insight	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1907.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1907.2%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (6nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+1500%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 6300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $1,599 for the Quadro FX 3500, it costs 97% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 80136.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+80136.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)

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 6300 Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 3500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6300 and Quadro FX 3500

Radeon RX 6300

The Radeon RX 6300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2400 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,319 points.

Quadro FX 3500

The Quadro FX 3500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 265 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 6300 scores 5,319 versus the Quadro FX 3500's 265 — the Radeon RX 6300 leads by 1907.2%. The Radeon RX 6300 is built on RDNA 2.0 while the Quadro FX 3500 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 6 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 768 (Radeon RX 6300) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3500). Raw compute: 3.686 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6300) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3500).

Feature	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
G3D Mark Score	5,319+1907%	265
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	6 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	768+220%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.686 TFLOPS+493%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	48	80+67%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6300 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Quadro FX 3500 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 6300 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 3500 has 256 MB. The Radeon RX 6300 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 32-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 6300) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3500) — the Radeon RX 6300 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+1500%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	32-bit	64-bit+100%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6300 draws 35W versus the Quadro FX 3500's 189W — a 137.5% difference. The Radeon RX 6300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon RX 6300) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
TDP	35W-81%	189W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	160mm	—
Slots	1	—
Perf/Watt	152.0+10757%	1.4

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6300 launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Quadro FX 3500 launched at $1599 and now averages $1599. The Radeon RX 6300 costs 97.5% less ($1559 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.0 (Radeon RX 6300) vs 0.2 (Quadro FX 3500) — the Radeon RX 6300 offers 66400% better value. The Radeon RX 6300 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2008).

Feature	Radeon RX 6300	Quadro FX 3500
MSRP	$60-96%	$1599
Avg Price (30d)	$40-97%	$1599
Performance per Dollar	133.0+66400%	0.2
Codename	Navi 24	GT200B
Release	January 4 2022	November 11 2008
Ranking	#379	#815