GeForce GTX 555 vs Quadro P500

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 P500

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80%

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Quadro P500

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88%

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Quadro 410

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85%

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Quadro K5200

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82%

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82%

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80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro P500 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2011). The Quadro P500 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 555 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro P500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 555.

Insight	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 555 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $500 for the Quadro P500, it costs 94% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1511.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1511.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 555 and Quadro P500

GeForce GTX 555

The GeForce GTX 555 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,604 points. Launch price was $149.

Quadro P500

The Quadro P500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1455 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 18W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,659 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 555 scores 1,604 and the Quadro P500 reaches 1,659 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 555 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Quadro P500 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 144 (GeForce GTX 555) vs 256 (Quadro P500). Raw compute: 0.4147 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 555) vs 0.7772 TFLOPS (Quadro P500).

Feature	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
G3D Mark Score	1,604	1,659+3%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	144	256+78%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.4147 TFLOPS	0.7772 TFLOPS+87%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	24+50%	16
L1 Cache	192 KB+100%	96 KB
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
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 555 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P500 has 4 GB. The Quadro P500 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 555) vs 512 KB (Quadro P500) — the Quadro P500 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	4 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 555 draws 70W versus the Quadro P500's 18W — a 118.2% difference. The Quadro P500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 555) vs 350W (Quadro P500). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 555	Quadro P500
TDP	70W	18W-74%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	210mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	22.9	92.2+303%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 555 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro P500 launched at $500 and now averages $500. The GeForce GTX 555 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.5 (GeForce GTX 555) vs 3.3 (Quadro P500) — the GeForce GTX 555 offers 1521.2% better value. The Quadro P500 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2011).