RADEON A9800XT vs Quadro FX 2000

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.•
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 2000

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MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RADEON A9800XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 27.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (512 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 2000.

Insight	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+27.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-27.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The RADEON A9800XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the RADEON A9800XT holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 70.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+70.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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.

RADEON A9800XT Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 2000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON A9800XT and Quadro FX 2000

RADEON A9800XT

The RADEON A9800XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 19 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 970 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 23 points. Launch price was $229.

Quadro FX 2000

The Quadro FX 2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 24 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RADEON A9800XT scores 23 versus the Quadro FX 2000's 18 — the RADEON A9800XT leads by 27.8%. The RADEON A9800XT is built on GCN 3.0 while the Quadro FX 2000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RADEON A9800XT) vs 192 (Quadro FX 2000). Raw compute: 3.973 TFLOPS (RADEON A9800XT) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 2000).

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
G3D Mark Score	23+28%	18
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	2048+967%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.973 TFLOPS+728%	0.48 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	128+300%	32
L1 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RADEON A9800XT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 2000 has 128 MB. The RADEON A9800XT offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (RADEON A9800XT) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 2000) — the RADEON A9800XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+300%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON A9800XT draws 250W versus the Quadro FX 2000's 62W — a 120.5% difference. The Quadro FX 2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON A9800XT) vs 350W (Quadro FX 2000). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	Quadro FX 2000
TDP	250W	62W-75%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	220mm	—
Slots	1	—
Perf/Watt	0.1	0.3+200%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON A9800XT launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro FX 2000 launched at $3000 and now averages $40. The RADEON A9800XT costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.8 (RADEON A9800XT) vs 0.5 (Quadro FX 2000) — the RADEON A9800XT offers 60% better value. The RADEON A9800XT is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).