GRID V100-8Q vs Quadro FX 2000

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 FX 2000

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

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Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

100%

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GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

0%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GRID V100-8Q is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GRID V100-8Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 2000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 2000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 12.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID V100-8Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-12.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+12.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 2000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 28025% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+28025%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000)	✅More affordable ($40)

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.

GRID V100-8Q Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 2000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID V100-8Q and Quadro FX 2000

GRID V100-8Q

The GRID V100-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16 points.

Quadro FX 2000

The Quadro FX 2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 24 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GRID V100-8Q scores 16 versus the Quadro FX 2000's 18 — the Quadro FX 2000 leads by 12.5%. The GRID V100-8Q is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 2000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 192 (Quadro FX 2000). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 2000).

Feature	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
G3D Mark Score	16	18+13%
Architecture	Maxwell	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	640+233%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS+248%	0.48 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40+25%	32
L1 Cache	320 KB+25%	256 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID V100-8Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 2000 has 128 MB. The GRID V100-8Q offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 2000) — the GRID V100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+300%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID V100-8Q draws 225W versus the Quadro FX 2000's 62W — a 113.6% difference. The Quadro FX 2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100-8Q) vs 350W (Quadro FX 2000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID V100-8Q	Quadro FX 2000
TDP	225W	62W-72%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt	0.1	0.3+200%

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Value Analysis

The GRID V100-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the Quadro FX 2000 launched at $3000 and now averages $40. The Quadro FX 2000 costs 99.6% less ($9960 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.0 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.5 (Quadro FX 2000) — the Quadro FX 2000 offers 100+% better value. The GRID V100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).