Quadro FX 3000 vs GeForce 8200M G

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 Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 8200M G is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce 8200M G likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 3000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8200M G.

Insight	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+6.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro FX 3000 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 3000 Benchmark Check

GeForce 8200M G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 3000 and GeForce 8200M G

Quadro FX 3000

The Quadro FX 3000 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: 69 points. Launch price was $3,499.

GeForce 8200M G

The GeForce 8200M G is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 65 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 3000 scores 69 versus the GeForce 8200M G's 65 — the Quadro FX 3000 leads by 6.2%. The Quadro FX 3000 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce 8200M G uses Maxwell, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 3000) vs 384 (GeForce 8200M G). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3000) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 8200M G).

Feature	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
G3D Mark Score	69+6%	65
Architecture	Tesla 2.0	Maxwell
Process Node	55 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	240	384+60%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.6221 TFLOPS	0.8632 TFLOPS+39%
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	80+400%	16
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	1 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
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)

Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3000) vs 1 MB (GeForce 8200M G) — the GeForce 8200M G has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	1 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0a (Quadro FX 3000) vs 11.1 (FL10_0) (GeForce 8200M G). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
DirectX	9_0a	11.1 (FL10_0)+23%
Max Displays	2	2

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 3000 draws 189W versus the GeForce 8200M G's 33W — a 140.5% difference. The GeForce 8200M G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 3000) vs 350W (GeForce 8200M G). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.

Feature	Quadro FX 3000	GeForce 8200M G
TDP	189W	33W-83%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	1mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	0.4	2.0+400%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 3000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 8200M G launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 8200M G costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.6 (Quadro FX 3000) vs Infinity (GeForce 8200M G) — the GeForce 8200M G offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 8200M G is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).