GeForce GTX 580 vs RTXA5000-24Q
GeForce GTX 580
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-24Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTXA5000-24Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2010). The RTXA5000-24Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTXA5000-24Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 580 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $2,100 for the RTXA5000-24Q, it costs 99% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 6653.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+6653.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,100) |
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 GTX 580 and RTXA5000-24Q
GeForce GTX 580
The GeForce GTX 580 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 9 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 772 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 244W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,634 points. Launch price was $499.
RTXA5000-24Q
The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 580 scores 4,634 and the RTXA5000-24Q reaches 4,803 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 580 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the RTXA5000-24Q uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q). Raw compute: 1.581 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 580) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,634 | 4,803+4% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 8192+1500% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.581 TFLOPS | 27.77 TFLOPS+1656% |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 64 | 256+300% |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB | 8 MB+700% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 6 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 580 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-24Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 580 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 580) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB+50% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+500% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 6 MB+700% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 580 draws 244W versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 230W — a 5.9% difference. The RTXA5000-24Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 580) vs 350W (RTXA5000-24Q). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 244W | 230W-6% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 19.0 | 20.9+10% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 580 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721 and now averages $2100. The GeForce GTX 580 costs 98.6% less ($2070 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 154.5 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 2.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) — the GeForce GTX 580 offers 6617.4% better value. The RTXA5000-24Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499-87% | $3721 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-99% | $2100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 154.5+6617% | 2.3 |
| Codename | GF110 | GA102 |
| Release | November 9 2010 | April 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #458 | #53 |
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