RADEON HD 6350 vs Quadro FX 380 LP
RADEON HD 6350
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Performance Spectrum - 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. The RADEON HD 6350 is positioned at rank 240 and the Quadro FX 380 LP is on rank 362, so the RADEON HD 6350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON HD 6350
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 380 LP
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 380 LP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON HD 6350.
| Insight | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro FX 380 LP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 380 LP holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $30), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 105.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+105.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON HD 6350 and Quadro FX 380 LP
RADEON HD 6350
The RADEON HD 6350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 1 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 186W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 141 points. Launch price was $180.
Quadro FX 380 LP
The Quadro FX 380 LP 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: 145 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The RADEON HD 6350 scores 141 and the Quadro FX 380 LP reaches 145 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RADEON HD 6350 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Quadro FX 380 LP uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (RADEON HD 6350) vs 240 (Quadro FX 380 LP). Raw compute: 1.92 TFLOPS (RADEON HD 6350) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 380 LP).
| Feature | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 141 | 145+3% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+433% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.92 TFLOPS+209% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (RADEON HD 6350) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 380 LP) — the RADEON HD 6350 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON HD 6350 draws 186W versus the Quadro FX 380 LP's 189W — a 1.6% difference. The RADEON HD 6350 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON HD 6350) vs 350W (Quadro FX 380 LP). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 186W-2% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Value Analysis
The RADEON HD 6350 launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro FX 380 LP launched at $169 and now averages $15. The Quadro FX 380 LP costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.7 (RADEON HD 6350) vs 9.7 (Quadro FX 380 LP) — the Quadro FX 380 LP offers 106.4% better value. The RADEON HD 6350 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | RADEON HD 6350 | Quadro FX 380 LP |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30-82% | $169 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $15-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.7 | 9.7+106% |
| Codename | Cayman | GT200B |
| Release | December 1 2011 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #598 | #815 |
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