GeForce GTX 460 SE vs Quadro 5000

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro 5000

#352

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

18700%

#367

Quadro 5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $100

100%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

99%

#369

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

99%

#370

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

90%

#371

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

86%

#372

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

84%

#373

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

82%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

77%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

77%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

77%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

76%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

73%

#379

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

71%

#380

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

71%

#381

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

67%

#382

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

67%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+150%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 SE holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $100), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 102.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+102.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️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.

GeForce GTX 460 SE Benchmark Check

Quadro 5000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 SE and Quadro 5000

GeForce GTX 460 SE

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,988 points. Launch price was $160.

Quadro 5000

The Quadro 5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 23 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 513 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 152W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,963 points. Launch price was $2,499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 SE scores 1,988 and the Quadro 5000 reaches 1,963 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 SE is built on Fermi while the Quadro 5000 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 352 (Quadro 5000). Raw compute: 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 0.7223 TFLOPS (Quadro 5000).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
G3D Mark Score	1,988+1%	1,963
Architecture	Fermi	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	288	352+22%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7488 TFLOPS+4%	0.7223 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	48+9%	44
L1 Cache	384 KB	704 KB+83%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460 SE comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 5000 has 3 GB. The Quadro 5000 offers 150% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 640 KB (Quadro 5000) — the Quadro 5000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2.5 GB+150%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 SE draws 150W versus the Quadro 5000's 152W — a 1.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 460 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 350W (Quadro 5000). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
TDP	150W-1%	152W
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	210mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	13.3+3%	12.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 460 SE launched at $160 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Quadro 5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 460 SE costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 19.6 (Quadro 5000) — the GeForce GTX 460 SE offers 103.1% better value. The Quadro 5000 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Quadro 5000
MSRP	$160-94%	$2499
Avg Price (30d)	$50-50%	$100
Performance per Dollar	39.8+103%	19.6
Codename	GF104	GF100
Release	November 15 2010	February 23 2011
Ranking	#683	#687