Radeon Pro WX 2100 vs GeForce GTX 560 SE

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 Radeon Pro WX 2100 is positioned at rank #118 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 Radeon Pro WX 2100

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RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

99%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

99%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

96%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

94%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

87%

#103

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1176%

#118

Radeon Pro WX 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $45

100%

#119

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

98%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

97%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

91%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

88%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560 SE.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon Pro WX 2100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 237.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+237.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 Pro WX 2100 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 560 SE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro WX 2100 and GeForce GTX 560 SE

Radeon Pro WX 2100

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,871 points. Launch price was $149.

GeForce GTX 560 SE

The GeForce GTX 560 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 736 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,847 points. Launch price was $89.99.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 scores 1,871 and the GeForce GTX 560 SE reaches 1,847 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 560 SE uses Fermi 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 288 (GeForce GTX 560 SE). Raw compute: 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 0.8479 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 SE).

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
G3D Mark Score	1,871+1%	1,847
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	512+78%	288
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.248 TFLOPS+47%	0.8479 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	24+50%
TMUs	32	48+50%
L1 Cache	128 KB	384 KB+200%
L2 Cache	256 KB	384 KB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 560 SE has 1 GB. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 560 SE) — the GeForce GTX 560 SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+100%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	384 KB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 12_0 (GeForce GTX 560 SE). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
DirectX	12 (12_0)	12_0
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 560 SE). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 1st Gen.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
Encoder	VCE 3.4 (Polaris)	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	UVD 6.3	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264,HEVC	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 draws 35W versus the GeForce GTX 560 SE's 150W — a 124.3% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 560 SE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 210mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	GeForce GTX 560 SE
TDP	35W-77%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	168mm	210mm
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	53.5+335%	12.3

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GeForce GTX 560 SE launched at $150 and now averages $150. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.6 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 12.3 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) — the Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 238.2% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).