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GeForce G205M
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Quadro FX 360M
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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 G205M is positioned at rank 442 and the Quadro FX 360M is on rank 408, so the Quadro FX 360M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce G205M
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce G205M is significantly newer (2016 vs 2008). The GeForce G205M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 360M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce G205M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 360M.
| Insight | GeForce G205M | Quadro FX 360M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce G205M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce G205M and Quadro FX 360M
GeForce G205M
The GeForce G205M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 25 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 965 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 16W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 92 points.
Quadro FX 360M
The Quadro FX 360M 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: 87 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce G205M scores 92 versus the Quadro FX 360M's 87 — the GeForce G205M leads by 5.7%. The GeForce G205M is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 360M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce G205M) vs 240 (Quadro FX 360M). Raw compute: 0.5084 TFLOPS (GeForce G205M) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 360M).
| Feature | GeForce G205M | Quadro FX 360M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 92+6% | 87 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 256+7% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5084 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS+22% |
| ROPs | 8 | 32+300% |
| TMUs | 24 | 80+233% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce G205M | Quadro FX 360M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 G205M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 360M has 256 MB. The GeForce G205M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce G205M) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 360M) — the GeForce G205M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce G205M | Quadro FX 360M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce G205M draws 16W versus the Quadro FX 360M's 189W — a 168.8% difference. The GeForce G205M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce G205M) vs 350W (Quadro FX 360M). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce G205M | Quadro FX 360M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 16W-92% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 5.8+1060% | 0.5 |
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