Quadro 1000M vs GeForce 8800 GTX
Quadro 1000M
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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.
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 Quadro 1000M is positioned at rank 199 and the GeForce 8800 GTX is on rank 698, so the Quadro 1000M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 1000M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Quadro 1000M is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The Quadro 1000M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 1000M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 8800 GTX remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Quadro 1000M and GeForce 8800 GTX
Quadro 1000M
The Quadro 1000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1072 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 555 points. Launch price was $200.89.
GeForce 8800 GTX
The GeForce 8800 GTX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 556 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 1000M scores 555 and the GeForce 8800 GTX reaches 556 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 1000M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 8800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro 1000M) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX).
| Feature | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 555 | 556 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+129% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro 1000M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GTX has 768 MB. The Quadro 1000M offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+167% | 0.75 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 1000M draws 40W versus the GeForce 8800 GTX's 150W — a 115.8% difference. The Quadro 1000M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 1000M) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 40W-73% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 13.9+276% | 3.7 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 1000M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro 1000M | GeForce 8800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Codename | GM107 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | August 18 2015 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #594 | #825 |
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