
GeForce GTX 760A vs Quadro FX 5800

GeForce GTX 760A
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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 GTX 760A is positioned at rank 483 and the Quadro FX 5800 is on rank 392, so the Quadro FX 5800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 760A
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 5800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 760A is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce GTX 760A likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 5800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 760A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 760A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 760A holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $40), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 760A and Quadro FX 5800

GeForce GTX 760A
The GeForce GTX 760A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,226 points.

Quadro FX 5800
The Quadro FX 5800 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: 1,211 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 760A scores 1,226 and the Quadro FX 5800 reaches 1,211 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 760A is built on Kepler while the Quadro FX 5800 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 240 (Quadro FX 5800). Raw compute: 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5800).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,226+1% | 1,211 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+220% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.009 TFLOPS+62% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 64 | 80+25% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 760A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 5800 has 4 GB. The Quadro FX 5800 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 760A draws 55W versus the Quadro FX 5800's 189W — a 109.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 760A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 350W (Quadro FX 5800). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-71% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+248% | 6.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 760A launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Quadro FX 5800 launched at $3499 and now averages $40. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.6 (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 30.3 (Quadro FX 5800) — the GeForce GTX 760A offers 1% better value. The GeForce GTX 760A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | Quadro FX 5800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-93% | $3499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.6 | 30.3 |
| Codename | GK106 | GT200B |
| Release | March 17 2014 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #813 | #815 |
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