GeForce 505 vs Quadro FX 380 LP

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 505 is positioned at rank 674 and the Quadro FX 380 LP is on rank 362, so the Quadro FX 380 LP 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 GeForce 505

#664

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

7488%

#666

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6788%

#667

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

6770%

#671

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

6156%

#672

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

6114%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

100%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

98%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

94%

#680

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

94%

#681

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

94%

#682

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

92%

#683

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

89%

#684

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

89%

#685

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

84%

#686

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

81%

#687

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

79%

#688

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

76%

#689

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

73%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 380 LP

#347

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

17178%

#362

Quadro FX 380 LP

MSRP: $169|Avg: $15

100%

#364

Quadro FX 1800

MSRP: $489|Avg: $100

94%

#365

FirePro 3D V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1229

93%

#366

FirePro 3D V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $80

93%

#367

Quadro 5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $100

92%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

91%

#369

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

91%

#370

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

83%

#371

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

79%

#372

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

77%

#373

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

76%

#374

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

71%

#375

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

71%

#376

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

71%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

70%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 505 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2008). The GeForce 505 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 380 LP lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 380 LP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 505.

Insight	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity	Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 380 LP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $15 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce 505.

Insight	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.7%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

GeForce 505 Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 380 LP Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 505 and Quadro FX 380 LP

GeForce 505

The GeForce 505 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in Maio 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 832 MHz to 1155 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 144 points.

Quadro FX 380 LP

The Quadro FX 380 LP 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: 145 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 505 scores 144 and the Quadro FX 380 LP reaches 145 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 505 is built on Ampere while the Quadro FX 380 LP uses Tesla 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce 505) vs 240 (Quadro FX 380 LP). Raw compute: 4.731 TFLOPS (GeForce 505) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 380 LP).

Feature	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
G3D Mark Score	144	145
Architecture	Ampere	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	2048+753%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.731 TFLOPS+660%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	40+25%	32
TMUs	64	80+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce 505) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 380 LP) — the GeForce 505 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 505 draws 25W versus the Quadro FX 380 LP's 189W — a 153.3% difference. The GeForce 505 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 505) vs 350W (Quadro FX 380 LP). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce 505	Quadro FX 380 LP
TDP	25W-87%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Height	64mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	5.8+625%	0.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 505 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro FX 380 LP launched at $169 and now averages $15. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.6 (GeForce 505) vs 9.7 (Quadro FX 380 LP) — the Quadro FX 380 LP offers 1% better value. The GeForce 505 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2008).