GeForce FX 5900
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
35
MSRP
$399
AVG Price
$20
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.
Overview
The GeForce FX 5900 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 35 points. Launch price was $699.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce FX 5900 is positioned at rank #377 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.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5900
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for GeForce FX 5900 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of GeForce FX 5900 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce FX 5900 scores 35 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF110), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1024 ×2 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 64 ×2 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 48 ×2 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 35 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GF110 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 40 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 1024 ×2 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 64 ×2 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 48 ×2 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 607 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 38.91 ×2 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 2.1 x16 |
| Transistor Count | 3,000 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #555 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce FX 5900 is equipped with 0.125 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 0.125 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | Unknown |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 768 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0a, OpenGL 1.5— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA Reflex | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Super Resolution | ❌ Not Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 9.0a |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 1.5 |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x S-Video — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors | 1x |
| VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors | 1x |
| S-Video PortsNumber of S-Video display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5900 draws 365 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 218mm long, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 365 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | Legacy |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 218mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 1-slot |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $399), the GeForce FX 5900 delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #377 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #555 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | GeForce FX 5900 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $20 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #377 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #555 |
| Release Date | March 24 2011 |
| Release Year | 2011 |
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