Quadro FX 500/FX 600 vs GeForce4 Ti 4600

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

2008Core: 610 MHz

GeForce4 Ti 4600

2010Core: 675 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

+33.3%

GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile 3 GB

GeForce GTX 780 Ti

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile 3 GB

GeForce GTX 780 Ti

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 5070

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 500/FX 600 is positioned at rank 425 and the GeForce4 Ti 4600 is on rank 384, so the GeForce4 Ti 4600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 500/FX 600

#410

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

738650%

#425

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

100%

#426

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

50%

#427

GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 Ti 4600

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

362700%

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

348450%

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

344400%

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

343800%

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

343100%

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

341150%

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

336850%

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

335600%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

332500%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

331600%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

327600%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

326900%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

321000%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

320800%

#366

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

400000%

#381

GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

100%

#382

GeForce4 Ti 4800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

100%

#383

GeForce4 MX 460

MSRP: $179|Avg: $15

100%

#384

GeForce4 Ti 4600

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

100%

#385

GeForce4 Ti 4400

MSRP: $299|Avg: $49

100%

#386

RADEON 7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

100%

#387

GeForce3 Ti 500

MSRP: $349|Avg: $49

50%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33.3% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 Ti 4600.

Insight	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+33.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-33.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+3100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 500/FX 600 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $40), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 255.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+255.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

Quadro FX 500/FX 600 Benchmark Check

GeForce4 Ti 4600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 500/FX 600 and GeForce4 Ti 4600

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 points. Launch price was $3,499.

GeForce4 Ti 4600

The GeForce4 Ti 4600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $229.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 500/FX 600 scores 8 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4600's 6 — the Quadro FX 500/FX 600 leads by 33.3%. The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce4 Ti 4600 uses Fermi, both on 55 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 500/FX 600) vs 336 (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 500/FX 600) vs 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4600).

Feature	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
G3D Mark Score	8+33%	6
Architecture	Tesla 2.0	Fermi
Process Node	55 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	240	336+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.6221 TFLOPS	0.9072 TFLOPS+46%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	80+43%	56
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce4 Ti 4600 has 128 MB. The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Quadro FX 500/FX 600) vs 512 KB (GeForce4 Ti 4600) — the GeForce4 Ti 4600 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+3100%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 draws 189W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4600's 160W — a 16.6% difference. The GeForce4 Ti 4600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 500/FX 600) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Quadro FX 500/FX 600	GeForce4 Ti 4600
TDP	189W	160W-15%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	216mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	65°C
Perf/Watt	0.0	0.0

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce4 Ti 4600 launched at $399 and now averages $40. The Quadro FX 500/FX 600 costs 62.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (Quadro FX 500/FX 600) vs 0.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4600) — the Quadro FX 500/FX 600 offers 400% better value. The GeForce4 Ti 4600 is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2008).