Quadro FX 550 vs GeForce RTX 2060
Quadro FX 550
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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. The Quadro FX 550 is positioned at rank #385 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 550
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 21953.1% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (6 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 550.
| Insight | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-21953.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+21953.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1737.8% better value per dollar than the Quadro FX 550.
| Insight | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1737.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($10) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) |
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 550 and GeForce RTX 2060
Quadro FX 550
The Quadro FX 550 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: 64 points. Launch price was $3,499.
GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 550 scores 64 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 21953.1%. The Quadro FX 550 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 55 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 550) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 550) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).
| Feature | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 64 | 14,114+21953% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 1920+700% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 6.451 TFLOPS+937% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 80 | 120+50% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 3 MB+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 550 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 550) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 6 GB+4700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 3 MB+1100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 550 draws 189W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 16.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 550) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 160W-15% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 113mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 72 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.3 | 88.2+29300% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 550 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The Quadro FX 550 costs 91.7% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.4 (Quadro FX 550) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1737.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 550 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-57% | $349 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-92% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.4 | 117.6+1737% |
| Codename | GT200B | TU106 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | January 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #815 | #168 |
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