NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE
NVIDIA graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
NVIDIANVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE Specifications
GeForce FX 5700 LE GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
FX 5700 LE Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the GeForce FX 5700 LE's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The GeForce FX 5700 LE by NVIDIA dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
NVIDIA's GeForce FX 5700 LE Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The GeForce FX 5700 LE's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
FX 5700 LE Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
Rankine Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE is built on NVIDIA's Rankine architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the FX 5700 LE will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
NVIDIA's GeForce FX 5700 LE Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the GeForce FX 5700 LE to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
GeForce FX 5700 LE by NVIDIA Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
NVIDIA API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
GeForce FX 5700 LE Product Information
Release and pricing details
The NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE is manufactured by NVIDIA as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the GeForce FX 5700 LE by NVIDIA represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
GeForce FX 5700 LE Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE
The NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 LE is a Rankine-architecture GPU built around the NV36 chip, manufactured by TSMC on a 130 nm process. It integrates 82 million transistors on a 133 mm² die, for a transistor density of 616.5K per mm². Released on 2004-02-29, it belongs to the GeForce FX (5700) generation, follows the GeForce 4 Ti in the product line, and is succeeded by the GeForce 6 AGP. Its production status is end-of-life. The database contains no benchmark entries for this product and lists an aggregate benchmark score of 0, while the percentile field places it at 50 among all GPUs.
How It Compares
The nearest-rival list for the GeForce FX 5700 LE is empty. As a result, no rival names, scores, or deltaPct values are available for direct comparison. The only comparative signal in the data is the 50th percentile against all GPUs in the database, which indicates a median position rather than a top-tier or bottom-tier placement. Because the benchmark list is empty and the aggregate benchmark score is 0, there are no measured workload results from which to derive lead or deficit percentages against specific products.
The lineage data offers some surrounding context. The GeForce FX 5700 LE sits between GeForce 4 Ti and GeForce 6 AGP, so it represents the FX generation within that sequence. Its end-of-life status further indicates that it is not a current product. Without nearest-rival entries, any statement about its standing relative to particular competing GPUs would be unsupported by the provided records.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The specification record does not list RT cores or tensor cores for the GeForce FX 5700 LE. Consequently, no ray tracing acceleration or tensor-based workload support can be attributed to this product from the available data. The architecture is Rankine, and the feature set is defined primarily by the API support entries: DirectX 9.0a, OpenGL 1.5 with full support, and OpenGL 2.0 with partial support. This means DirectX 9.0a applications are covered, OpenGL 1.5 is fully covered, and OpenGL 2.0 is only partially covered.
The remaining feature-side data includes a bus interface of AGP 8x and display outputs of 1x DVI, 1x VGA, and 1x S-Video. The rendering pipeline is characterized by 4 TMUs, 4 ROPs, a pixel rate of 1.000 GPixel/s, and a texture rate of 1.000 GTexel/s. These figures define the throughput limits for fill and texture work. The absence of RT and tensor core data removes ray tracing and tensor-accelerated features from the expected feature set; the available API support is the relevant compatibility boundary.
Who Should Consider It
The 50th percentile placement is the core performance indicator in the record. It suggests that, within the database’s field of GPUs, the GeForce FX 5700 LE sits at the midpoint. The empty benchmark list means there are no application-level scores to confirm where it excels or struggles. Users who need a GPU at the median position of the database, rather than near the top, can treat the 50th percentile as the relevant reference point.
The memory and pipeline data further ground the recommendation. With 128 MB of DDR memory, a 64-bit bus, and 3.200 GB/s of bandwidth, the card is constrained in how much frame data it can move. The 4 TMUs and 4 ROPs, along with 1.000 GPixel/s and 1.000 GTexel/s, set a modest ceiling for fill-rate-heavy work. The AGP 8x interface is aimed at systems with that bus generation. Since no RT or tensor cores are listed, users requiring ray tracing or tensor acceleration should not consider this GPU. DirectX 9.0a support makes it relevant for software of that API generation, but the 64-bit memory path and 128 MB capacity suggest that high-resolution workloads will be limited.
FAQ
Q: What architecture is the GeForce FX 5700 LE based on?
A: It is based on the Rankine architecture and uses the NV36 chip, fabricated by TSMC on a 130 nm process with 82 million transistors on a 133 mm² die.
Q: How much memory does it have, and what is the memory configuration?
A: It has 128 MB of DDR memory on a 64-bit bus. The memory clock is 200 MHz with a 400 Mbps effective data rate, yielding 3.200 GB/s of bandwidth.
Q: What API support does it include?
A: It supports DirectX 9.0a, OpenGL 1.5 with full support, and OpenGL 2.0 with partial support.
Q: Does it support ray tracing?
A: The record lists no RT cores and no tensor cores, so no ray tracing or tensor acceleration is documented for this GPU.
Q: What power supply is recommended?
A: The suggested PSU is 200 W. The card is single-slot, and no power connector requirement is listed in the data.
Q: What is its performance position in the database?
A: It is at the 50th percentile of all GPUs in the database. There are no nearest-rival entries and no benchmark scores to refine that positioning further.
Power and Cooling
No TDP value is provided in the specification record. The only power-related figure is the suggested PSU of 200 W, which appears as the recommended system power supply level. The card is single-slot in width, and no power connector is listed in the record. Because a TDP is absent, the data does not allow a direct estimate of thermal output or board power draw. The 200 W suggested PSU is the sole power guidance available. The single-slot form factor indicates that minimal physical space is needed for the card’s cooler.
Memory Subsystem
The memory subsystem consists of 128 MB of DDR memory on a 64-bit bus. The memory clock is 200 MHz, and the effective data rate is 400 Mbps. These values produce a memory bandwidth of 3.200 GB/s. The 64-bit bus width is the key constraint: bandwidth is capped by the combination of a 64-bit data path and the memory data rate. For high-resolution workloads, moving larger frame buffers through a 64-bit path and 3.200 GB/s of bandwidth will be limiting.
The 128 MB capacity defines the maximum local frame buffer size. For higher resolution rendering, the frame buffer demand grows, and the available 3.200 GB/s must feed both pixel writes and texture reads. The pipeline rates of 1.000 GPixel/s and 1.000 GTexel/s are consistent with the modest memory ceiling. Together, the 64-bit bus, 128 MB capacity, and 3.200 GB/s bandwidth characterize a memory subsystem that is oriented toward lower-resolution, lower-fill workloads rather than high-resolution uncompressed frame buffers.
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