
Quadro FX 1600M vs GeForce Go 7800 GTX

Quadro FX 1600M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 FX 1600M is positioned at rank 298 and the GeForce Go 7800 GTX is on rank 179, so the GeForce Go 7800 GTX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 1600M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce Go 7800 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce Go 7800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 1600M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 1600M | GeForce Go 7800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+7.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce Go 7800 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 FX 1600M and GeForce Go 7800 GTX

Quadro FX 1600M
The Quadro FX 1600M 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: 195 points. Launch price was $3,499.

GeForce Go 7800 GTX
The GeForce Go 7800 GTX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 7 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 875 MHz to 928 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 210 points. Launch price was $699.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 1600M scores 195 versus the GeForce Go 7800 GTX's 210 — the GeForce Go 7800 GTX leads by 7.7%. The Quadro FX 1600M is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce Go 7800 GTX uses Kepler, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 1600M) vs 2,880 (GeForce Go 7800 GTX). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1600M) vs 5.345 TFLOPS (GeForce Go 7800 GTX).
| Feature | Quadro FX 1600M | GeForce Go 7800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 195 | 210+8% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 2880+1100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 5.345 TFLOPS+759% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 80 | 240+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1.5 MB+500% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 1600M | GeForce Go 7800 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 FX 1600M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce Go 7800 GTX has 256 MB. The Quadro FX 1600M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 1600M) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce Go 7800 GTX) — the GeForce Go 7800 GTX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1600M | GeForce Go 7800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1.5 MB+500% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 1600M draws 189W versus the GeForce Go 7800 GTX's 250W — a 27.8% difference. The Quadro FX 1600M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 1600M) vs 350W (GeForce Go 7800 GTX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1600M | GeForce Go 7800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W-24% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.0+25% | 0.8 |
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