RTX A500 Embedded GPU vs GeForce GTX 960

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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #122 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

100%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

97%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

95%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

88%

#107

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1192%

#122

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

98%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

92%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

90%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

89%

#134

Quadro P2000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

86%

#135

Quadro P3000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

86%

#136

Quadro P3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

86%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The RTX A500 Embedded GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 960 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 960.

Insight	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the RTX A500 Embedded GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A500 Embedded GPU and GeForce GTX 960

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 435 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,197 points.

GeForce GTX 960

The GeForce GTX 960 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 22 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1127 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,133 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU scores 6,197 and the GeForce GTX 960 reaches 6,133 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 960 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 960). Raw compute: 5.468 TFLOPS (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 2.413 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 960). Boost clocks: 1335 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
G3D Mark Score	6,197+1%	6,133
Architecture	Ampere	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+100%	1024
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.468 TFLOPS+127%	2.413 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1335 MHz+13%	1178 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	64	64
L1 Cache	2 MB+426%	0.38 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 960) — the RTX A500 Embedded GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 960). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
DirectX	12_2	12 (12_1)
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce GTX 960). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (2nd Gen).

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	NVENC (5th Gen)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	NVDEC (2nd Gen)
Codecs	—	HEVC,H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8

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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU draws 20W versus the GeForce GTX 960's 100W — a 133.3% difference. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 960). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 82mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 960
TDP	20W-80%	100W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	82mm	241mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	75 C
Perf/Watt	309.9+406%	61.3