Quadro vs GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
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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. The Quadro is positioned at rank #215 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is significantly newer (2018 vs 1999). The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (3 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro.
| Insight | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (1999 / Celsius (1999−2005)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $60 for the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB, it costs 17% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 17.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+17.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) |
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 and GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
Quadro
The Quadro is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 1999. It features the Celsius architecture. The core clock speed is 135 MHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 220 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.
GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1392 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,116 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro scores 5,000 and the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB reaches 5,116 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro is built on Celsius while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB uses Pascal, both on 220 nm vs 14 nm.
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,000 | 5,116+2% |
| Architecture | Celsius | Pascal |
| Process Node | 220 nm | 14 nm |
| ROPs | 4 | 24+500% |
| TMUs | 4 | 48+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 96-bit.
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 3 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 96-bit+50% |
Display & API Support
Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 3.
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Max Displays | 1 | 3+200% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (Quadro) vs NVENC 6.0 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB). Decoder: MPEG-2 Acceleration vs NVDEC 3.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (Quadro) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB).
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 6.0 |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Acceleration | NVDEC 3.0 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 65 |
| Perf/Watt | 66.7 | 68.2+2% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB launched at $129 and now averages $60. The Quadro costs 16.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Quadro) vs 85.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) — the Quadro offers 17.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the newer GPU (2018 vs 1999).
| Feature | Quadro | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | $129-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-17% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 100.0+17% | 85.3 |
| Codename | NV10 | GP107 |
| Release | 1999 | May 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #900 | #440 |
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