Quadro FX 5800 vs GeForce GTX 460M
Quadro FX 5800
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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 5800 is positioned at rank 392 and the GeForce GTX 460M is on rank 181, so the GeForce GTX 460M 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 GTX 460M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 460M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% 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 GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 460M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460M holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $40), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+0.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 GTX 460M
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 GTX 460M
The GeForce GTX 460M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,218 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro FX 5800 scores 1,211 and the GeForce GTX 460M reaches 1,218 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro FX 5800 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 460M uses Fermi, both on 55 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 5800) vs 192 (GeForce GTX 460M). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5800) vs 0.5184 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460M).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,211 | 1,218 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 240+25% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS+20% | 0.5184 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+33% | 24 |
| TMUs | 80+150% | 32 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 384 KB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 5800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460M has 2 GB. The Quadro FX 5800 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Quadro FX 5800) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 460M) — the GeForce GTX 460M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+167% | 1.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 384 KB+50% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5800 draws 189W versus the GeForce GTX 460M's 50W — a 116.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 460M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 5800) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 460M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 50W-74% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.4 | 24.4+281% |
Value Analysis
Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.3 (Quadro FX 5800) vs 30.4 (GeForce GTX 460M) — the GeForce GTX 460M offers 0.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 460M is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5800 | GeForce GTX 460M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.3 | 30.4 |
| Codename | GT200B | GF106 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | September 3 2010 |
| Ranking | #815 | #814 |
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