GeForce 7800 GT vs Quadro FX 5500
GeForce 7800 GT
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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.
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 7800 GT is positioned at rank 349 and the Quadro FX 5500 is on rank 418, so the GeForce 7800 GT offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7800 GT
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 5500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5500 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 7800 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 7800 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $30), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 51.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+51.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️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 7800 GT and Quadro FX 5500
GeForce 7800 GT
The GeForce 7800 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 7 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 875 MHz to 928 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 244 points. Launch price was $699.
Quadro FX 5500
The Quadro FX 5500 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: 242 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 7800 GT scores 244 and the Quadro FX 5500 reaches 242 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7800 GT is built on Kepler while the Quadro FX 5500 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 2,880 (GeForce 7800 GT) vs 240 (Quadro FX 5500). Raw compute: 5.345 TFLOPS (GeForce 7800 GT) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5500).
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 244 | 242 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 2880+1100% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.345 TFLOPS+759% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 240+200% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+500% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7800 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 5500 has 1 GB. The Quadro FX 5500 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce 7800 GT) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 5500) — the GeForce 7800 GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 1 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+500% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7800 GT draws 250W versus the Quadro FX 5500's 189W — a 27.8% difference. The Quadro FX 5500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7800 GT) vs 350W (Quadro FX 5500). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 189W-24% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 228mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1.0 | 1.3+30% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7800 GT launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Quadro FX 5500 launched at $2999 and now averages $30. The GeForce 7800 GT costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.2 (GeForce 7800 GT) vs 8.1 (Quadro FX 5500) — the GeForce 7800 GT offers 50.6% better value. The GeForce 7800 GT is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GT | Quadro FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449-85% | $2999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-33% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.2+51% | 8.1 |
| Codename | GK110B | GT200B |
| Release | November 7 2013 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #278 | #815 |
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