Quadro FX 3500 vs Quadro FX 570
Quadro FX 3500
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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 3500 is positioned at rank 408 and the Quadro FX 570 is on rank 330, so the Quadro FX 570 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 3500
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 570
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 3500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 570.
| Insight | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%) |
| 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 | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $1,599), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 10278.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10278.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 3500 and Quadro FX 570
Quadro FX 3500
The Quadro FX 3500 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: 265 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Quadro FX 570
The Quadro FX 570 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: 258 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 3500 scores 265 and the Quadro FX 570 reaches 258 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 3500 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Quadro FX 570 uses Tesla 2.0, both on a 55 nm process. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 3500) vs 240 (Quadro FX 570). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3500) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 570).
| Feature | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 265+3% | 258 |
| 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 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 3500 draws 189W versus the Quadro FX 570's 189W — a 0% difference. The Quadro FX 570 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 3500) vs 350W (Quadro FX 570). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 3500 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1599, while the Quadro FX 570 launched at $199 and now averages $15. The Quadro FX 570 costs 99.1% less ($1584 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.2 (Quadro FX 3500) vs 17.2 (Quadro FX 570) — the Quadro FX 570 offers 8500% better value.
| Feature | Quadro FX 3500 | Quadro FX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1599 | $199-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1599 | $15-99% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.2 | 17.2+8500% |
| Codename | GT200B | GT200B |
| Release | November 11 2008 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #815 | #815 |
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