GeForce FX 5900 vs Quadro FX 1100
GeForce FX 5900
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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. The GeForce FX 5900 is positioned at rank #377 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5900
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 1100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (256 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5900.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5900 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce FX 5900 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2330.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2330.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 FX 5900 and Quadro FX 1100
GeForce FX 5900
The GeForce FX 5900 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 35 points. Launch price was $699.
Quadro FX 1100
The Quadro FX 1100 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: 36 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce FX 5900 scores 35 and the Quadro FX 1100 reaches 36 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce FX 5900 is built on Rankine while the Quadro FX 1100 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce FX 5900) vs 240 (Quadro FX 1100). Raw compute: 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce FX 5900) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1100).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 35 | 36+3% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 ×2+327% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.244 TFLOPS ×2+100% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48 ×2+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 ×2 | 80+25% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FX 5900 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 1100 has 256 MB. The Quadro FX 1100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (GeForce FX 5900) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 1100) — the GeForce FX 5900 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 0.25 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5900) vs 9_0a (Quadro FX 1100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 9_0a |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5900 draws 365W versus the Quadro FX 1100's 189W — a 63.5% difference. The Quadro FX 1100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5900) vs 350W (Quadro FX 1100). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 218mm vs 190mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 365W | 189W-48% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 218mm | 190mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.1 | 0.2+100% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5900 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Quadro FX 1100 launched at $0 and now averages $500. The GeForce FX 5900 costs 96% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.8 (GeForce FX 5900) vs 0.1 (Quadro FX 1100) — the GeForce FX 5900 offers 1700% better value. The GeForce FX 5900 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5900 | Quadro FX 1100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-96% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.8+1700% | 0.1 |
| Codename | GF110 | GT200B |
| Release | March 24 2011 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #555 | #815 |
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