Quadro FX 5800 vs GeForce GT 745A
Quadro FX 5800
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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 5800 is positioned at rank 392 and the GeForce GT 745A is on rank 334, so the GeForce GT 745A 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 5800
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 745A
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 745A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 GeForce GT 745A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 745A holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 103.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+103.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 5800 and GeForce GT 745A
Quadro FX 5800
The Quadro FX 5800 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: 1,211 points. Launch price was $3,499.
GeForce GT 745A
The GeForce GT 745A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 26 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 837 MHz to 915 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,234 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 5800 scores 1,211 and the GeForce GT 745A reaches 1,234 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 5800 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce GT 745A uses Kepler, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 5800) vs 384 (GeForce GT 745A). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5800) vs 0.7027 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 745A).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,211 | 1,234+2% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 384+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 0.7027 TFLOPS+13% |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 80+150% | 32 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 745A has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 5800 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5800 draws 189W versus the GeForce GT 745A's 33W — a 140.5% difference. The GeForce GT 745A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 5800) vs 350W (GeForce GT 745A). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 33W-83% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.4 | 37.4+484% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 5800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GT 745A launched at $99 and now averages $20. The GeForce GT 745A costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.3 (Quadro FX 5800) vs 61.7 (GeForce GT 745A) — the GeForce GT 745A offers 103.6% better value. The GeForce GT 745A is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GT 745A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499 | $99-97% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $20-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.3 | 61.7+104% |
| Codename | GT200B | GK107 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | August 26 2013 |
| Ranking | #815 | #811 |
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