GeForce 205 vs Quadro FX 1400
GeForce 205
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 205 is positioned at rank 614 and the Quadro FX 1400 is on rank 410, so the Quadro FX 1400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 205
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 1400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 205 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The GeForce 205 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 1400 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 205 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (512 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 1400.
| Insight | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 205 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $30 for the Quadro FX 1400, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 103.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+103.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 GeForce 205 and Quadro FX 1400
GeForce 205
The GeForce 205 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 126 points.
Quadro FX 1400
The Quadro FX 1400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 124 points. Launch price was $1,799.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 205 scores 126 and the Quadro FX 1400 reaches 124 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 205 is built on Pascal while the Quadro FX 1400 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 205) vs 192 (Quadro FX 1400). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce 205) vs 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1400).
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 126+2% | 124 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+100% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7972 TFLOPS+72% | 0.4623 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 24+50% |
| TMUs | 24 | 64+167% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+167% | 192 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 205 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 1400 has 128 MB. The GeForce 205 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce 205) vs 192 KB (Quadro FX 1400) — the GeForce 205 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+300% | 0.125 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+167% | 192 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 205 draws 10W versus the Quadro FX 1400's 150W — a 175% difference. The GeForce 205 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 205) vs 350W (Quadro FX 1400). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-93% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 12.6+1475% | 0.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 205 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro FX 1400 launched at $799 and now averages $30. The GeForce 205 costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.4 (GeForce 205) vs 4.1 (Quadro FX 1400) — the GeForce 205 offers 104.9% better value. The GeForce 205 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Quadro FX 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-94% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-50% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.4+105% | 4.1 |
| Codename | GP108B | GT200B |
| Release | February 20 2019 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #643 | #884 |
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