Quadro FX 4700 X2 vs GeForce GT 720
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 720 is on rank 102, so the GeForce GT 720 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 720
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GT 720 is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce GT 720 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 2.6% 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 720.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 $49), it costs 69% less, resulting in a 235.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+235.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49) |
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 720
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 720
The GeForce GT 720 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 659 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 scores 676 and the GeForce GT 720 reaches 659 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce GT 720 uses Kepler, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 384 (GeForce GT 720). Raw compute: 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 720).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 676+3% | 659 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 384+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4623 TFLOPS | 0.7626 TFLOPS+65% |
| ROPs | 24+50% | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+100% | 32 |
| L2 Cache | 192 KB | 256 KB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 720 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: 192 KB (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 256 KB (GeForce GT 720) — the GeForce GT 720 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 192 KB | 256 KB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 720's 64W — a 80.4% difference. The GeForce GT 720 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 250W (GeForce GT 720). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 64W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 55°C |
| Perf/Watt | 4.5 | 10.3+129% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GT 720 launched at $49 and now averages $49. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.1 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 13.4 (GeForce GT 720) — the Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 236.6% better value. The GeForce GT 720 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $49-98% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-69% | $49 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.1+237% | 13.4 |
| Codename | GT200B | GK107 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #884 | #777 |
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