Quadro FX 5600 vs Radeon R7 M260
Quadro FX 5600
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Radeon R7 M260
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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 5600 is positioned at rank 407 and the Radeon R7 M260 is on rank 486, 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 R7 M260
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon R7 M260 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The Radeon R7 M260 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 5600 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 M260 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 5600.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 5600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 5600 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $110), it costs 55% less, resulting in a 119.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+119.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($110) |
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 R7 M260
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 R7 M260
The Radeon R7 M260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 6 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 620 MHz to 715 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 527 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 5600 scores 525 and the Radeon R7 M260 reaches 527 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 5600 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Radeon R7 M260 uses GCN 1.0, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 5600) vs 384 (Radeon R7 M260). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5600) vs 0.5491 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 M260).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 525 | 527 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 384+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS+13% | 0.5491 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+300% | 8 |
| TMUs | 80+233% | 24 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5600 draws 189W versus the Radeon R7 M260's 75W — a 86.4% difference. The Radeon R7 M260 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 5600) vs 350W (Radeon R7 M260). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 75W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 2.8 | 7.0+150% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 5600 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R7 M260 launched at $110 and now averages $110. The Quadro FX 5600 costs 54.5% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.5 (Quadro FX 5600) vs 4.8 (Radeon R7 M260) — the Quadro FX 5600 offers 118.8% better value. The Radeon R7 M260 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5600 | Radeon R7 M260 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $110-96% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-55% | $110 |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.5+119% | 4.8 |
| Codename | GT200B | Opal |
| Release | November 11 2008 | December 6 2015 |
| Ranking | #815 | #878 |
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