Quadro FX 4800 vs Quadro 2000D
Quadro FX 4800
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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 4800 is positioned at rank 379 and the Quadro 2000D is on rank 311, so the Quadro 2000D 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 4800
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 2000D
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 4800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 2000D offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 2000D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 2000D holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $80), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 95% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+95%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 4800 and Quadro 2000D
Quadro FX 4800
The Quadro FX 4800 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: 1,005 points. Launch price was $1,799.
Quadro 2000D
The Quadro 2000D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 5 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 980 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 4800 scores 1,005 and the Quadro 2000D reaches 980 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 4800 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Quadro 2000D uses Fermi, both on 55 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4800) vs 192 (Quadro 2000D). Raw compute: 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4800) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000D).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,005+3% | 980 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4623 TFLOPS | 0.48 TFLOPS+4% |
| ROPs | 24+50% | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+100% | 32 |
| L2 Cache | 192 KB | 256 KB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| 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 4800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 2000D has 4 GB. The Quadro 2000D offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 192 KB (Quadro FX 4800) vs 256 KB (Quadro 2000D) — the Quadro 2000D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB | 4 GB+167% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 192 KB | 256 KB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 4800 draws 150W versus the Quadro 2000D's 62W — a 83% difference. The Quadro 2000D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4800) vs 350W (Quadro 2000D). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 62W-59% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 6.7 | 15.8+136% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 4800 launched at $1799 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Quadro 2000D launched at $599 and now averages $40. The Quadro 2000D costs 50% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.6 (Quadro FX 4800) vs 24.5 (Quadro 2000D) — the Quadro 2000D offers 94.4% better value. The Quadro 2000D is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1799 | $599-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $40-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.6 | 24.5+94% |
| Codename | GT200B | GF106 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | October 5 2011 |
| Ranking | #884 | #892 |
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