Quadro NVS 420 vs GeForce 8600 GT

Quadro NVS 420

2018Core: 1227 MHzBoost: 1647 MHz

GeForce 8600 GT

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro NVS 420

100

137

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce 8600 GT

150

140

+2.2%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8600 GT

#694

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

12337%

#696

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11184%

#697

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11155%

#701

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10143%

#702

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

10074%

#704

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

100%

#705

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

100%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

98%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

94%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

91%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

89%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

88%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

83%

#714

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

83%

#715

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

83%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

77%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

76%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

75%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

74%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro NVS 420 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2008). The Quadro NVS 420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8600 GT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8600 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro NVS 420 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 8600 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $20 for the Quadro NVS 420, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 36.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+36.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20)	✅More affordable ($15)

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.

Quadro NVS 420 Benchmark Check

GeForce 8600 GT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro NVS 420 and GeForce 8600 GT

Quadro NVS 420

The Quadro NVS 420 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1227 MHz to 1647 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 137 points.

GeForce 8600 GT

The GeForce 8600 GT 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: 140 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro NVS 420 scores 137 and the GeForce 8600 GT reaches 140 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro NVS 420 is built on Pascal while the GeForce 8600 GT uses G9x, both on 16 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 224 (GeForce 8600 GT).

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
G3D Mark Score	137	140+2%
Architecture	Pascal	G9x
Process Node	16 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	2304+929%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro NVS 420 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8600 GT has 1 GB. The Quadro NVS 420 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10_0 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8600 GT). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
DirectX	10_0	10.0
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD (Quadro NVS 420) vs No (GeForce 8600 GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD vs PureVideo HD VP2.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
Encoder	PureVideo HD	No
Decoder	PureVideo HD	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs	—	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro NVS 420 draws 100W versus the GeForce 8600 GT's 150W — a 40% difference. The Quadro NVS 420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro NVS 420) vs 350W (GeForce 8600 GT). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 160mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce 8600 GT
TDP	100W-33%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	160mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	1.4+56%	0.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro NVS 420 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce 8600 GT launched at $159 and now averages $15. The GeForce 8600 GT costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.8 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 9.3 (GeForce 8600 GT) — the GeForce 8600 GT offers 36.8% better value. The Quadro NVS 420 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2008).