GeForce GTX 980 vs Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

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 RTX 3000 (móvel)

#26

Radeon Pro Vega 48

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

139%

#27

Radeon Pro 5700 XT

MSRP: $500|Avg: $280

138%

#28

Quadro P5200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $240

129%

#29

Radeon PRO W7700

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

128%

#30

Radeon PRO W6600

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

127%

#32

Radeon AI PRO R9700

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450

122%

#33

Radeon Pro Vega 64

MSRP: $599|Avg: $114

119%

#38

Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

104%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

100%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

100%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

98%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

97%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

94%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

92%

#49

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

85%

#50

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF Edition

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1750

83%

#51

RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $2015

82%

#52

RTX A1000

MSRP: $749|Avg: $500

80%

#54

Radeon Pro 5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $250

80%

#55

Quadro P4000

MSRP: $815|Avg: $290

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 980 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 980 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel).

Insight	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 980 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $600 for the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel), it costs 92% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1127.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1127.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)

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 980 Benchmark Check

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 980 and Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 980

The GeForce GTX 980 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 19 2014. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1064 MHz to 1216 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,077 points. Launch price was $549.

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

The Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 945 MHz to 1380 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,829 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 980 scores 11,077 and the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) reaches 10,829 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce GTX 980) vs 2,304 (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 4.981 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980) vs 6.359 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1216 MHz vs 1380 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	11,077+2%	10,829
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2048	2304+13%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.981 TFLOPS	6.359 TFLOPS+28%
Boost Clock	1216 MHz	1380 MHz+13%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	144+13%
L1 Cache	0.75 MB	2.3 MB+207%
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce GTX 980) vs 4 MB (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)) — the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980) vs 12.1 (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
DirectX	12.1	12.1
Vulkan	1.1+10%	1.0
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 3.0 (GeForce GTX 980) vs 7th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
Encoder	NVENC 3.0	7th Gen NVENC
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 980 draws 220W versus the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)'s 80W — a 93.3% difference. The Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 980) vs 500W (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980	Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)
TDP	220W	80W-64%
Recommended PSU	500W	500W
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80°C-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	50.4	135.4+169%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 980 launched at $549 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) launched at $600 and now averages $600. The GeForce GTX 980 costs 91.7% less ($550 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 221.5 (GeForce GTX 980) vs 18.0 (Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)) — the GeForce GTX 980 offers 1130.6% better value. The Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).