Quadro FX 4700 X2 vs GRID RTX6000-2Q
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 GRID RTX6000-2Q is on rank 414, so the Quadro FX 4700 X2 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 GRID RTX6000-2Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GRID RTX6000-2Q is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GRID RTX6000-2Q 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 3% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-2Q.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 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 $1,500), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 10204.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10204.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500) |
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 GRID RTX6000-2Q
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.
GRID RTX6000-2Q
The GRID RTX6000-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 656 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 scores 676 and the GRID RTX6000-2Q reaches 656 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GRID RTX6000-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Raw compute: 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-2Q).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 676+3% | 656 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 2048+967% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4623 TFLOPS | 4.825 TFLOPS+944% |
| ROPs | 24 | 64+167% |
| TMUs | 64 | 128+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.19 MB | 2 MB+953% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID RTX6000-2Q has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 700% 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 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-2Q) — the GRID RTX6000-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.19 MB | 2 MB+953% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 draws 150W versus the GRID RTX6000-2Q's 225W — a 40% difference. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 350W (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-33% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 4.5+55% | 2.9 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 4700 X2 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GRID RTX6000-2Q launched at $6300 and now averages $1500. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 costs 99% less ($1485 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.1 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 0.4 (GRID RTX6000-2Q) — the Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 11175% better value. The GRID RTX6000-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4700 X2 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999-52% | $6300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-99% | $1500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.1+11175% | 0.4 |
| Codename | GT200B | GM204 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #884 | #433 |
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