Quadro FX 1100 vs RADEON X300SE
Quadro FX 1100
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X300SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON X300SE is significantly newer (2020 vs 2008). The RADEON X300SE likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 1100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X300SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 1100.
| Insight | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X300SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $500 for the Quadro FX 1100, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 779.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+779.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 FX 1100 and RADEON X300SE
Quadro FX 1100
The Quadro FX 1100 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: 36 points. Launch price was $3,499.
RADEON X300SE
The RADEON X300SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1327 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 1100 scores 36 versus the RADEON X300SE's 38 — the RADEON X300SE leads by 5.6%. The Quadro FX 1100 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the RADEON X300SE uses RDNA 1.0, both on 55 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 1100) vs 1,408 (RADEON X300SE). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1100) vs 4.632 TFLOPS (RADEON X300SE).
| Feature | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 36 | 38+6% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | RDNA 1.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 1408+487% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 4.632 TFLOPS+645% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 88+10% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1.5 MB+500% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 1100 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the RADEON X300SE has 512 MB. The RADEON X300SE offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 1100) vs 1.5 MB (RADEON X300SE) — the RADEON X300SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1.5 MB+500% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 1100 draws 189W versus the RADEON X300SE's 100W — a 61.6% difference. The RADEON X300SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 1100) vs 350W (RADEON X300SE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 100W-47% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 190mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 0.4+100% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 1100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the RADEON X300SE launched at $60 and now averages $60. The RADEON X300SE costs 88% less ($440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (Quadro FX 1100) vs 0.6 (RADEON X300SE) — the RADEON X300SE offers 500% better value. The RADEON X300SE is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 1100 | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $60 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $60-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.1 | 0.6+500% |
| Codename | GT200B | Navi 14 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | May 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #815 | #336 |
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