Quadro 500M vs GeForce GTX 280M
Quadro 500M
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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 500M is positioned at rank 47 and the GeForce GTX 280M is on rank 120, so the Quadro 500M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Quadro 500M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 280M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 280M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro 500M.
| Insight | Quadro 500M | GeForce GTX 280M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 280M 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 500M and GeForce GTX 280M
Quadro 500M
The Quadro 500M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 27 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 405 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 571 points.
GeForce GTX 280M
The GeForce GTX 280M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 576 points. Launch price was $649.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 500M scores 571 and the GeForce GTX 280M reaches 576 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 500M is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 280M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 320 (Quadro 500M) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 280M). Raw compute: 0.5184 TFLOPS (Quadro 500M) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280M).
| Feature | Quadro 500M | GeForce GTX 280M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 571 | 576 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 320+33% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5184 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS+20% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 40 | 80+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 500M | GeForce GTX 280M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 1 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Quadro 500M) vs 256 KB (GeForce GTX 280M) — the Quadro 500M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro 500M | GeForce GTX 280M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 500M draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 280M's 236W — a 81% difference. The Quadro 500M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 500M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 280M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Quadro 500M | GeForce GTX 280M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-58% | 236W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 5.7+138% | 2.4 |
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