NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 review. Specs and Benchmarks

Detailed Review of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800

Ranked 533 in CpusData's performance ranking, the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 delivers exceptional graphics capabilities tailored for gamers and professionals alike.

  • Manufacturer: NVIDIA
  • Year of Manufacture: 2008
  • Process Technology: 55 nm
  • Power Consumption: 189 Watt (TDP)

Performance Specifications

The NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 operates at a base clock frequency of 610 MHz, with the potential to overclock up to . This card is equipped with 4 GB of high-speed memory, featuring a clock rate of 1600 MHz and an impressive memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s.

Key Features and Compatibility

In this section, we explore the technologies integrated into the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800, including:

  • Supported Technologies - A comprehensive overview of the advanced technologies utilized in the card to enhance performance and visual fidelity.
  • Interfaces - A detailed list of available interfaces for connectivity, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of displays and peripherals.
  • Motherboard Compatibility - Insights into which motherboard configurations are best suited for optimal performance with the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800.

Performance NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 in Popular Games

We present test results showcasing the performance of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 in several popular titles. This data allows potential buyers to gauge how well this graphics card handles various gaming scenarios, ensuring it meets their expectations.

Comparison Tools

For further insights, you can also compare your NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 graphics card with other models directly on our site. This feature provides a valuable resource for making informed decisions tailored to your specific needs.

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General info

The main nomenclature characteristics of the video card NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800, for general information about it.

Place in performance rating: 586
Value for money (0-100): 7.20
Architecture: Tesla 2.0
Code name: GT200B
Type: Workstation
Release date: 11 November 2008 (13 years ago)
Launch price (MSRP): $3,499
Price now: $263 (0.1x MSRP)
Value for money: 0.64
GPU code name: GT200B
Market segment: Workstation

Technical specs

Characteristics that directly affect the performance of the video card NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800. Smaller process technology, higher clock frequencies, more threads and transistors are signs of a modern graphics card.

Pipelines: 240
Core clock speed: 610 MHz
Transistor count: 1,400 million
Manufacturing process technology: 55 nm
Power consumption (TDP): 189 Watt
Texture fill rate: 48.80
Floating-point performance: 622.1 gflops
Pipelines / CUDA cores: 240
Number of transistors: 1,400 million
Thermal design power (TDP): 189 Watt

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements

Additional technical information, does not greatly affect the performance rating.

Interface: PCIe 2.0 x16
Length: 267 mm
Supplementary power connectors: 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin

Memory

Video card memory is used to store calculations. Modern software and 3D games require higher memory capacity and speed. The higher these parameters, the higher the performance of the chip NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800.

Memory type: GDDR3
Maximum RAM amount: 4 GB
Memory bus width: 512 Bit
Memory clock speed: 1600 MHz
Memory bandwidth: 102.4 GB/s

Video outputs and ports

Information about video card interfaces, ports, shape factor and size.

Display Connectors: 2x DVI, 1x DisplayPort, 1x S-Video

API support

Supported by the video card NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 API. The higher the version, the better performance in games.

DirectX: 11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL: 3.3

Overall gaming performance

Performance Testing Results The following tests display the FPS results for the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 across various screen resolutions, aligned with the recommendations provided by game developers. Benchmarking Note: Please note that the performance benchmarks for the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 may vary based on several factors, including the specific environment, motherboard, and processor used during testing. These variables can influence the overall gaming experience, so actual performance may differ from the results presented here.


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5 Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
May Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
30 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 25 frames per second (fps)
40 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 35 frames per second (fps)
60 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 58 frames per second (fps)
May Run Fluently – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards show a smooth frame rate, comfortable for the game.
? Uncertain – Graphics cards testing has shown that a slower card can provide a high and stable frame rate for the same operation.
Uncertain – The work of the video card in the game is still being studied. Interpolation among analogs is not possible.
The value depicts the average frame rate. Hovering over the value, you can get individual results.

AMD equivalent

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NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 in Benchmarks

The performance of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 is showcased through various popular modern benchmarks. Testing under maximum load conditions provides valuable insights into the true capabilities of the graphics processor, enabling comparisons with other leading graphics card models. For detailed benchmark descriptions and results, please visit their respective pages.

Overall benchmark performance

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295
5.24%
Intel HD Graphics 4400
Intel HD Graphics 4400
5.24%
NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800
NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800
5.22%
AMD Radeon R7 M260X
AMD Radeon R7 M260X
5.19%
AMD Radeon R9 M275
AMD Radeon R9 M275
5.16%

Passmark

ATI Radeon HD 4850 X2
ATI Radeon HD 4850 X2
1132
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295
1131
NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800
NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800
1127
AMD Radeon R7 M260X
AMD Radeon R7 M260X
1120
AMD Radeon R9 M275
AMD Radeon R9 M275
1114
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