Quadro
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Quadro

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

5,000

MSRP

$1000

AVG Price

$50

1999
Celsius (1999−2005)

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 Quadro is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 1999. It features the Celsius architecture. The core clock speed is 135 MHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 220 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro

#93
P104-100
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $10
368%
#94
FirePro W7000 Adapter
MSRP: $899|Avg: $15
292%
#95
FirePro D300
MSRP: $500|Avg: $20
286%
#96
P106-100
MSRP: $224|Avg: $30
221%
#97
Radeon Pro Vega 56
MSRP: $399|Avg: $60
202%
#98
GRID K260Q
MSRP: $937|Avg: $15
197%
#99
Quadro P3200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $63
136%
#100
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
114%
#101
FirePro S7000
MSRP: $1249|Avg: $40
113%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega 64
MSRP: $599|Avg: $114
113%
#103
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
107%
#104
Quadro
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
100%
#105
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
MSRP: $900|Avg: $300
100%
#106
Quadro T2000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $75
97%
#107
Quadro P4200
MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110
94%
#108
Quadro K2200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
90%
#109
Tesla M40 24GB
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120
89%
#110
Quadro K5200
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70
88%
#111
Quadro K4200
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
87%
#112
FirePro W7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $50
86%
#113
Radeon Vega Frontier Edition
MSRP: $999|Avg: $150
85%
#114
FirePro M6100
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
83%
#115
P106-090
MSRP: $389|Avg: $30
82%
#116
FirePro V5900
MSRP: $599|Avg: $15
82%
#117
Tesla C2070
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38
82%
#118
CMP 30HX
MSRP: $799|Avg: $60
82%
#119
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
81%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Quadro across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Quadro specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro scores 5,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Budget tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Celsius (1999−2005) architecture (codename: NV10), manufactured on a 220 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density.

SpecificationQuadro
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score5,000
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationCelsius (1999−2005)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameNV10
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient220 nm
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling4
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending4
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency135 MHz
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second0.54 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count17 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#900
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationQuadro
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps

Advanced Features & APIs

SpecificationQuadro
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x VGA — supports up to 1 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: MPEG-2 Acceleration— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2.

SpecificationQuadro
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors1
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionMPEG-2 Acceleration
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro draws 75W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

SpecificationQuadro
TDPPower consumption under load75W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50 (MSRP: $1000), the Quadro delivers 100 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #900 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationQuadro
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$1000
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$50
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#900
Release Date1999
Release Year1999

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