Quadro FX 4700 X2 vs GeForce GT 530
Quadro FX 4700 X2
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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 4700 X2 is positioned at rank 401 and the GeForce GT 530 is on rank 189, so the GeForce GT 530 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 4700 X2
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 530
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GT 530 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce GT 530 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 530.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 4700 X2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $20), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 36.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+36.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) |
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 4700 X2 and GeForce GT 530
Quadro FX 4700 X2
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 676 points. Launch price was $1,799.
GeForce GT 530
The GeForce GT 530 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 662 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 scores 676 and the GeForce GT 530 reaches 662 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce GT 530 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 768 (GeForce GT 530). Raw compute: 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 530).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 676+2% | 662 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 768+300% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4623 TFLOPS | 1.825 TFLOPS+295% |
| ROPs | 24 | 32+33% |
| TMUs | 64+33% | 48 |
| L2 Cache | 0.19 MB | 1 MB+426% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 4700 X2 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 530 has 2 GB. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.19 MB (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 1 MB (GeForce GT 530) — the GeForce GT 530 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.19 MB | 1 MB+426% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 530's 90W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GT 530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 250W (GeForce GT 530). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 90W-40% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 4.5 | 7.4+64% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GT 530 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.1 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 33.1 (GeForce GT 530) — the Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 36.3% better value. The GeForce GT 530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $100-97% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-25% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.1+36% | 33.1 |
| Codename | GT200B | GM206 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #884 | #425 |
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