Quadro 2100M vs Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Quadro 2100M
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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 2100M is positioned at rank 107 and the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is on rank 465, so the Quadro 2100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 2100M
Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 2100M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 2100M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU.
| Insight | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro 2100M 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 2100M and Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Quadro 2100M
The Quadro 2100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 667 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,100 points. Launch price was $84.95.
Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,072 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 2100M scores 1,100 and the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU reaches 1,072 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,100+3% | 1,072 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro 2100M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU has 0 MB. The Quadro 2100M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 2100M draws 55W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU's 7W — a 154.8% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 2100M) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W | 7W-87% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 20.0 | 153.1+665% |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).
| Feature | Quadro 2100M | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $100 |
| Codename | GK106 | — |
| Release | July 23 2013 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #788 | #860 |
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