Quadro FX 370
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

Quadro FX 370 vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

Quadro FX 370

2008Core: 610 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

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. The Quadro FX 370 is positioned at rank #373 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 370

#358
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
22728%
#373
Quadro FX 370
MSRP: $129|Avg: $500
100%
#374
Quadro 6000
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150
94%
#375
RTXA5000-6Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
94%
#376
GRID M6-0B
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
94%
#377
GRID M10-1B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
92%
#378
Tesla K40c
MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500
89%
#379
Quadro FX 4800
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80
86%
#380
Tesla M2090
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40
86%
#381
GRID K2
MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80
82%
#382
GRID K180Q
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000
82%
#383
Quadro CX
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500
72%
#384
GRID P100-8Q
MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550
68%
#385
Quadro FX 350
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
66%
#386
Quadro FX 550
MSRP: $150|Avg: $10
66%
#387
Tesla M2070
MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50
65%
#388
GRID V100D-8Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000
65%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 370 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 16702.4% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 370.

InsightQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-16702.4%)
Leading raw performance (+16702.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $500 for the Quadro FX 370, it costs 76% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 69909.9% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+69909.9%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)
More affordable ($120)

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 370 and GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

Quadro FX 370

The Quadro FX 370 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: 84 points. Launch price was $3,499.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 370 scores 84 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 16702.4%. The Quadro FX 370 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 55 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 370) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 370) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
84
14,114+16702%
Architecture
Tesla 2.0
Turing
Process Node
55 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
240
1920+700%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.6221 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+937%
ROPs
32
48+50%
TMUs
80
120+50%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro FX 370 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 370) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
0.25 GB
6 GB+2300%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (Quadro FX 370) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
10.0
12 Ultimate (12_2)+20%
Vulkan
N/A
1.3
OpenGL
2.1
4.6+119%
Max Displays
2
4+100%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (Quadro FX 370) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo 2 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (Quadro FX 370) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
None
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
PureVideo 2
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
MPEG-2
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 370 draws 189W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 16.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 370) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
TDP
189W
160W-15%
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
168mm
229mm
Height
111mm
113mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
72
Perf/Watt
0.4
88.2+21950%
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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 370 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 76% less ($380 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.2 (Quadro FX 370) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 58700% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).

FeatureQuadro FX 370GeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$129-63%
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$500
$120-76%
Performance per Dollar
0.2
117.6+58700%
Codename
GT200B
TU106
Release
November 11 2008
January 7 2019
Ranking
#815
#168