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Quadro FX 4800
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Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
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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 Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is on rank 419, so the Quadro FX 4800 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 Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 4800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $80), it costs 81% less, resulting in a 448.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+448.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
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.
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,033 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 4800 scores 1,005 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual reaches 1,033 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4800) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,005 | 1,033+3% |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 640+233% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 4800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 4800 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB+200% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 4800 draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4800) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 6.7 | 20.7+209% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 4800 launched at $1799 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual launched at $150 and now averages $15. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual costs 81.3% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.6 (Quadro FX 4800) vs 68.9 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual) — the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual offers 446.8% better value. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 4800 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1799 | $150-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $15-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.6 | 68.9+447% |
| Codename | GT200B | — |
| Release | November 11 2008 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #884 | #863 |
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