Quadro FX 2000 vs GeForce 6100

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. The Quadro FX 2000 is positioned at rank #426 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 2000

#411

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1477300%

#426

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

100%

#427

GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

0%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 6100 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The GeForce 6100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 2000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 6100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 50% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (512 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 2000.

Insight	Quadro FX 2000	GeForce 6100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-50%)	✅Leading raw performance (+50%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 6100 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.

Quadro FX 2000 Benchmark Check

GeForce 6100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 2000 and GeForce 6100

Quadro FX 2000

The Quadro FX 2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 24 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18 points. Launch price was $599.

GeForce 6100

The GeForce 6100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 27 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 2000 scores 18 versus the GeForce 6100's 27 — the GeForce 6100 leads by 50%. The Quadro FX 2000 is built on Fermi while the GeForce 6100 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 2000) vs 384 (GeForce 6100). Raw compute: 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 2000) vs 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce 6100).

Feature	Quadro FX 2000	GeForce 6100
G3D Mark Score	18	27+50%
Architecture	Fermi	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	192	384+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.48 TFLOPS	1.127 TFLOPS+135%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32+33%	24
L1 Cache	256 KB+78%	144 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 2000	GeForce 6100
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro FX 2000 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 6100 has 512 MB. The GeForce 6100 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Quadro FX 2000) vs 512 KB (GeForce 6100) — the GeForce 6100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro FX 2000	GeForce 6100
VRAM Capacity	0.125 GB	0.5 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 2000 draws 62W versus the GeForce 6100's 30W — a 69.6% difference. The GeForce 6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 2000) vs 350W (GeForce 6100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.

Feature	Quadro FX 2000	GeForce 6100
TDP	62W	30W-52%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	0.3	0.9+200%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 2000 launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce 6100 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 6100 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (Quadro FX 2000) vs Infinity (GeForce 6100) — the GeForce 6100 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 6100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).