GeForce GTX 560 SE vs Radeon Pro WX 2100

GeForce GTX 560 SE

2012Core: 736 MHz

Radeon Pro WX 2100

2017Core: 925 MHzBoost: 1219 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 560 SE

150

1,847

0.0%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

1,871

+1.3%

Radeon HD 6750

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

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.

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 Radeon Pro WX 2100

#62

RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

99%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

99%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

96%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

94%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

87%

#103

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1176%

#118

Radeon Pro WX 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $45

100%

#119

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

98%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

97%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

91%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

88%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560 SE.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon Pro WX 2100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 237.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+237.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($45)

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 560 SE Benchmark Check

Radeon Pro WX 2100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 560 SE and Radeon Pro WX 2100

GeForce GTX 560 SE

The GeForce GTX 560 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 736 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,847 points. Launch price was $89.99.

Radeon Pro WX 2100

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,871 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 560 SE scores 1,847 and the Radeon Pro WX 2100 reaches 1,871 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 SE is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Radeon Pro WX 2100 uses GCN 4.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 512 (Radeon Pro WX 2100). Raw compute: 0.8479 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 2100).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
G3D Mark Score	1,847	1,871+1%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	288	512+78%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8479 TFLOPS	1.248 TFLOPS+47%
ROPs	24+50%	16
TMUs	48+50%	32
L1 Cache	384 KB+200%	128 KB
L2 Cache	384 KB+50%	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 560 SE comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Pro WX 2100 has 2 GB. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 256 KB (Radeon Pro WX 2100) — the GeForce GTX 560 SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB+50%	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 2100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
DirectX	12_0	12 (12_0)
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 2100). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs UVD 6.3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	VCE 3.4 (Polaris)
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	UVD 6.3
Codecs	—	H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560 SE draws 150W versus the Radeon Pro WX 2100's 35W — a 124.3% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 350W (Radeon Pro WX 2100). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 210mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	Radeon Pro WX 2100
TDP	150W	35W-77%
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	210mm	168mm
Height	—	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	12.3	53.5+335%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 560 SE launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon Pro WX 2100 launched at $149 and now averages $45. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.3 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 41.6 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) — the Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 238.2% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).