Quadro FX 5500 vs Quadro FX 4500 X2
Quadro FX 5500
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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 5500 is positioned at rank 418 and the Quadro FX 4500 X2 is on rank 418, so the Quadro FX 4500 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 5500
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 4500 X2
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 5500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 4500 X2 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 5500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 5500 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $2,799), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 9467.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+9467.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,799) |
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 5500 and Quadro FX 4500 X2
Quadro FX 5500
The Quadro FX 5500 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: 242 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Quadro FX 4500 X2
The Quadro FX 4500 X2 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: 236 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 5500 scores 242 and the Quadro FX 4500 X2 reaches 236 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 5500 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Quadro FX 4500 X2 uses Tesla 2.0, both on a 55 nm process. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 5500) vs 240 (Quadro FX 4500 X2). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5500) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4500 X2).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 242+3% | 236 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5500 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 4500 X2 has 4 GB. The Quadro FX 4500 X2 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 4 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5500 draws 189W versus the Quadro FX 4500 X2's 189W — a 0% difference. The Quadro FX 4500 X2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 5500) vs 350W (Quadro FX 4500 X2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 5500 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro FX 4500 X2 launched at $2799 and now averages $2799. The Quadro FX 5500 costs 98.9% less ($2769 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.1 (Quadro FX 5500) vs 0.1 (Quadro FX 4500 X2) — the Quadro FX 5500 offers 8000% better value.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | Quadro FX 4500 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $2799-7% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-99% | $2799 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.1+8000% | 0.1 |
| Codename | GT200B | GT200B |
| Release | November 11 2008 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #815 | #815 |
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