
Quadro FX 1700M vs Quadro FX 380

Quadro FX 1700M
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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 1700M is positioned at rank 129 and the Quadro FX 380 is on rank 327, so the Quadro FX 1700M 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 1700M
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 380
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 380 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 1700M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro FX 380 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 1700M and Quadro FX 380

Quadro FX 1700M
The Quadro FX 1700M 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: 173 points. Launch price was $3,499.

Quadro FX 380
The Quadro FX 380 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: 177 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 1700M scores 173 and the Quadro FX 380 reaches 177 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 1700M is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Quadro FX 380 uses Tesla 2.0, both on a 55 nm process. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 1700M) vs 240 (Quadro FX 380). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 1700M) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 380).
| Feature | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 173 | 177+2% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FX 1700M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 380 has 256 MB. The Quadro FX 1700M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (Quadro FX 1700M) vs 10_0 (Quadro FX 380). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0)+11% | 10_0 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 1700M draws 189W versus the Quadro FX 380's 189W — a 0% difference. The Quadro FX 380 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 1700M) vs 350W (Quadro FX 380). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 1700M | Quadro FX 380 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.9 | 0.9 |
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