Quadro K510M vs GeForce 9800 S
Quadro K510M
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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 K510M is positioned at rank 332 and the GeForce 9800 S is on rank 510, so the Quadro K510M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K510M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 S
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K510M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9800 S.
| Insight | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro K510M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 K510M and GeForce 9800 S
Quadro K510M
The Quadro K510M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 771 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 641 points.
GeForce 9800 S
The GeForce 9800 S is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 636 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K510M scores 641 and the GeForce 9800 S reaches 636 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K510M is built on Kepler while the GeForce 9800 S uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Quadro K510M) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 S).
| Feature | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 641 | 636 |
| Architecture | Kepler | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+586% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| 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 K510M comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800 S has 512 MB. The Quadro K510M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K510M draws 100W versus the GeForce 9800 S's 150W — a 40% difference. The Quadro K510M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K510M) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 S). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-33% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.4+52% | 4.2 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K510M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro K510M | GeForce 9800 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $40 |
| Codename | GK104 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | July 23 2013 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #562 | #825 |
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