GeForce GT 130 vs Quadro FX 1800
GeForce GT 130
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Quadro FX 1800
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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 GT 130 is positioned at rank 267 and the Quadro FX 1800 is on rank 364, so the GeForce GT 130 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 130
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 1800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GT 130 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The GeForce GT 130 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 1800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 1800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 130 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 130 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 130 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $100), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 382.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+382.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 GT 130 and Quadro FX 1800
GeForce GT 130
The GeForce GT 130 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 381 points. Launch price was $79.
Quadro FX 1800
The Quadro FX 1800 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: 395 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 130 scores 381 and the Quadro FX 1800 reaches 395 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 130 is built on Pascal while the Quadro FX 1800 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 130) vs 240 (Quadro FX 1800). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 130) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1800).
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 381 | 395+4% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+60% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.127 TFLOPS+81% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 80+233% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GT 130 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 1800 has 768 MB. The GeForce GT 130 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GT 130) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 1800) — the GeForce GT 130 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB+100% | 0.75 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 130 draws 30W versus the Quadro FX 1800's 189W — a 145.2% difference. The GeForce GT 130 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 130) vs 350W (Quadro FX 1800). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-84% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 12.7+505% | 2.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 130 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Quadro FX 1800 launched at $489 and now averages $100. The GeForce GT 130 costs 80% less ($80 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.1 (GeForce GT 130) vs 4.0 (Quadro FX 1800) — the GeForce GT 130 offers 377.5% better value. The GeForce GT 130 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | Quadro FX 1800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-80% | $489 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-80% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.1+378% | 4.0 |
| Codename | GP108 | GT200B |
| Release | May 17 2017 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #641 | #815 |
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