
GeForce GT 220 vs Quadro FX 880M

GeForce GT 220
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Quadro FX 880M
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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 220 is positioned at rank 287 and the Quadro FX 880M is on rank 127, so the Quadro FX 880M 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 220
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 880M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 880M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 220.
| Insight | GeForce GT 220 | Quadro FX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro FX 880M 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 220 and Quadro FX 880M

GeForce GT 220
The GeForce GT 220 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 222 points. Launch price was $649.

Quadro FX 880M
The Quadro FX 880M 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: 237 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 220 scores 222 versus the Quadro FX 880M's 237 — the Quadro FX 880M leads by 6.8%. The GeForce GT 220 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Quadro FX 880M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 65 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GT 220) vs 240 (Quadro FX 880M). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 220) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 880M).
| Feature | GeForce GT 220 | Quadro FX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 222 | 237+7% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 220 | Quadro FX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 1 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 220 | Quadro FX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 220 draws 236W versus the Quadro FX 880M's 189W — a 22.1% difference. The Quadro FX 880M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 220) vs 350W (Quadro FX 880M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GT 220 | Quadro FX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 236W | 189W-20% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.9 | 1.3+44% |
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