GRID K180Q vs Quadro FX 5600
GRID K180Q
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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 GRID K180Q is positioned at rank 381 and the Quadro FX 5600 is on rank 407, so the GRID K180Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K180Q
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 5600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K180Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5600 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / 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 | Normal Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 5600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 5600 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $1,000), it costs 95% less, resulting in a 1866.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1866.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 GRID K180Q and Quadro FX 5600
GRID K180Q
The GRID K180Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 534 points. Launch price was $1,875.
Quadro FX 5600
The Quadro FX 5600 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: 525 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K180Q scores 534 and the Quadro FX 5600 reaches 525 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K180Q is built on Kepler while the Quadro FX 5600 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K180Q) vs 240 (Quadro FX 5600). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K180Q) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5600).
| Feature | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 534+2% | 525 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+540% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS+268% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID K180Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 5600 has 4 GB. The Quadro FX 5600 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GRID K180Q) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 5600) — the GRID K180Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K180Q draws 225W versus the Quadro FX 5600's 189W — a 17.4% difference. The Quadro FX 5600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K180Q) vs 350W (Quadro FX 5600). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 189W-16% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 2.4 | 2.8+17% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K180Q launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $1000, while the Quadro FX 5600 launched at $2999 and now averages $50. The Quadro FX 5600 costs 95% less ($950 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (GRID K180Q) vs 10.5 (Quadro FX 5600) — the Quadro FX 5600 offers 2000% better value. The GRID K180Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GRID K180Q | Quadro FX 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000-67% | $2999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1000 | $50-95% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.5 | 10.5+2000% |
| Codename | GK104 | GT200B |
| Release | June 28 2013 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #595 | #815 |
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