NVIDIA Quadro FX 380
NVIDIA graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
NVIDIANVIDIA Quadro FX 380 Specifications
Quadro FX 380 GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 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.
Quadro FX 380 Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the Quadro FX 380'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 Quadro FX 380 by NVIDIA dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
NVIDIA's Quadro FX 380 Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Quadro FX 380'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.
Quadro FX 380 by NVIDIA Cache
On-chip cache hierarchy
On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the Quadro FX 380, reducing the need to fetch data from slower VRAM. L1 and L2 caches store frequently accessed data close to the compute units. AMD's Infinity Cache (L3) dramatically increases effective bandwidth, improving GPU benchmark performance without requiring wider memory buses. Larger cache sizes help maintain high frame rates in memory-bound scenarios and reduce power consumption by minimizing VRAM accesses.
Quadro FX 380 Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 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.
Tesla Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 is built on NVIDIA's Tesla 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 Quadro FX 380 will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
NVIDIA's Quadro FX 380 Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 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 Quadro FX 380 to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
Quadro FX 380 by NVIDIA Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 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 Quadro FX 380. 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.
Quadro FX 380 Product Information
Release and pricing details
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 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 Quadro FX 380 by NVIDIA represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
Quadro FX 380 Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About NVIDIA Quadro FX 380
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 380 is an end-of-life professional graphics card built on the Tesla architecture, utilizing the G96 chip. Manufactured on a 65 nm process at UMC, the die contains 314 million transistors across 144 mm², yielding a transistor density of 2.2M per mm². Released on March 29, 2009, this card sits between the Quadro FX Curie and Quadro Fermi generations. The database records a 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs, yet the average benchmark score is zero, indicating no active performance entries. The launch MSRP is 129 USD.
How It Compares
The FACT PACK lists no nearest rivals for the Quadro FX 380, so direct percentage deltas against specific competing cards are unavailable. The benchmark database places this card at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, which represents the median point of the entire distribution. However, the average benchmark score is zero, meaning the database contains no measured performance results for this part. This combination of a median percentile and a zero score suggests the ranking is derived from its specification profile rather than active benchmark runs. Without rival names or deltaPct values, the data cannot support quantitative comparison to other GPUs. The card's position is defined by its generation (Quadro FX Tesla x800) and its status as an entry-level offering. The predecessor is the Quadro FX Curie series, and the successor is the Quadro Fermi series, placing it in a transitional period of NVIDIA's professional architecture. The 50th percentile implies a middle position in the historical GPU performance spectrum, but the zero score prevents a meaningful performance verdict.
Memory Subsystem
The Quadro FX 380 is equipped with 256 MB of GDDR3 memory, a capacity that is extremely limited by contemporary standards. The memory interface is a 128-bit bus, a critical factor in determining bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 700 MHz, producing an effective data rate of 1400 Mbps. This configuration yields a memory bandwidth of 22.40 GB/s. For high-resolution workloads, this bandwidth is a severe constraint. The 256 MB frame buffer holds only a small amount of texture and geometry data, forcing frequent swaps between GPU and system memory. The 128-bit bus further limits data transfer, as a wider bus would allow more data per clock cycle. The pixel rate of 3.600 GPixel/s and texture rate of 3.600 GTexel/s are directly tied to memory throughput. At resolutions such as 1920x1080 or higher, the 22.40 GB/s bandwidth will quickly become a bottleneck, particularly with high texture detail or anti-aliasing. The 8 ROPs handle pixel output, and with a 128-bit bus, each ROP has a limited data path to the frame buffer. The memory subsystem is designed for basic 2D CAD and low-resolution 3D visualization, not high-resolution rendering. The lack of additional memory capacity means large datasets or high-detail textures will not fit, leading to performance degradation. The effective memory clock of 1400 Mbps is modest, and the resulting 22.40 GB/s is consistent with the card's 2009 release period and entry-level positioning.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The Quadro FX 380 does not include any dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores, as these fields are recorded as null. The architecture is Tesla, which predates hardware-accelerated ray tracing by several generations. The card supports DirectX 11.1 with a feature level of 10_0, and OpenGL 3.3. Vulkan support is not listed, indicating it is unavailable. This API set reflects the card's professional CAD and DCC origins, where OpenGL was the primary API. The absence of RT cores means any ray tracing workload would be executed on the general-purpose shading units, which number 16. These 16 shading units are complemented by 8 texture mapping units and 8 raster output units. The FP32 compute performance is 35.20 GFLOPS, a very low figure for compute-heavy tasks. The feature set is limited to the fixed-function pipeline and programmable shaders of the Tesla architecture. The DirectX 11.1 support, even at a 10_0 feature level, allows some modern applications to run, but the lack of Vulkan and low compute throughput restrict utility. The 2x DVI display outputs are the only connectivity options, typical for professional cards of that era. The card does not support hardware video encoding or decoding features common in later generations. For users requiring ray tracing, this card is fundamentally unsuitable, as the data shows no RT core hardware. The 35.20 GFLOPS FP32 rate is the total compute capability, shared across all shading tasks. This makes the card a poor choice for workloads relying on parallel compute, such as machine learning or scientific simulation. The feature set is strictly limited to the Tesla architecture's capabilities, focusing on geometry processing and basic pixel shading.
FAQ
Q: What is the memory size and type of the Quadro FX 380?
A: The card has 256 MB of GDDR3 memory on a 128-bit bus.
Q: What is the TDP and suggested power supply?
A: The TDP is 34 W, and the suggested PSU is 200 W.
Q: Does it support Vulkan?
A: No, Vulkan support is listed as null. It supports DirectX 11.1 (10_0) and OpenGL 3.3.
Q: What are the display outputs?
A: The card provides 2x DVI display outputs.
Q: What is the physical size of the card?
A: The card is 198 mm (7.8 inches) long and 111 mm (4.4 inches) high, and it is a single-slot design.
Q: What is the production status?
A: The card is end-of-life, and it was released on March 29, 2009.
Benchmark Performance
The benchmark data for the Quadro FX 380 is notably sparse. The average benchmark score is recorded as zero, and the benchmarks array is empty. This means there are no measured performance results to analyze directly. The percentile ranking is 50, placing the card at the median of all GPUs in the database. However, this percentile is likely derived from the specification profile rather than actual benchmark runs, given the zero score. The FP32 compute rate is 35.20 GFLOPS, a fundamental measure of arithmetic throughput. The pixel rate is 3.600 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 3.600 GTexel/s. These rates are identical, indicating a balanced design where each pixel operation consumes one texture operation. The 16 shading units, 8 TMUs, and 8 ROPs work together to produce these rates. To put the FP32 number in context, a modern GPU can achieve thousands of GFLOPS, but the Quadro FX 380's 35.20 GFLOPS is a legacy figure. The zero average benchmark score means no database entry has a measured performance value, so any comparison to rivals is impossible. The 50th percentile, without a score, is a positional placeholder. The data shows the card's performance is defined by its low shader count and limited memory bandwidth. The 3.600 GPixel/s pixel rate is sufficient for basic 2D desktop rendering and simple 3D wireframe views. The 3.600 GTexel/s texture rate limits the card to low-resolution textures. In the absence of rival scores, the only quantitative analysis possible is the internal consistency of the card's rates. The FP32 of 35.20 GFLOPS is derived from the 16 shading units operating at a given clock, and the pixel and texture rates are consistent with the 8 ROPs and 8 TMUs. The zero score is a critical data point, preventing any ranking or percentage delta calculation. The card's performance legacy is best understood through its specification limits rather than benchmark results.
Power and Cooling
The Quadro FX 380 has a thermal design power of 34 W, which is exceptionally low. This low TDP means the card generates minimal heat and requires minimal cooling. The card is a single-slot design, and it has no power connectors, meaning it draws all its power from the PCIe 2.0 x16 slot. The suggested power supply is 200 W, a very modest requirement compatible with most legacy systems. The physical dimensions are 198 mm (7.8 inches) in length and 111 mm (4.4 inches) in height. The single-slot form factor and lack of power connectors make it easy to install in small or low-profile systems. The 34 W TDP is a key characteristic, allowing for passive or low-speed fan cooling, though the data does not specify the cooler type. The card's power consumption is so low that it can be powered entirely by the motherboard's PCIe slot, which typically provides up to 75 W. The suggested PSU of 200 W provides ample headroom for the card and a basic system. The cooling solution is not detailed, but the single-slot design and 34 W TDP suggest a simple heatsink or small fan. For users building a system with this card, the power requirements are negligible. The lack of power connectors eliminates the need for additional cables. The 198 mm length is relatively short, allowing it to fit in most chassis. The 111 mm height is standard for a full-height bracket. Overall, the power and cooling characteristics are extremely forgiving, making it a suitable drop-in upgrade for older workstations with limited power delivery.
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