Quadro FX 5600 vs Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
Quadro FX 5600
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Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro FX 5600 is positioned at rank 407 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is on rank 558, so the Quadro FX 5600 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 5600
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 5600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 64.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 5600 and Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
Quadro FX 5600
The Quadro FX 5600 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: 525 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 519 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 5600 scores 525 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual reaches 519 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 5600) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 525+1% | 519 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 768+220% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M 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 5600 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 5600 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5600 draws 189W versus the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual's 50W — a 116.3% difference. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 5600) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 50W-74% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 2.8 | 10.4+271% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 5600 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.5 (Quadro FX 5600) vs 17.3 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual offers 64.8% better value. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $150-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $30-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.5 | 17.3+65% |
| Codename | GT200B | — |
| Release | November 11 2008 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #815 | #881 |
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