GeForce 205 vs Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
GeForce 205
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 205 is positioned at rank #614 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 205
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 205 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 205 and Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
GeForce 205
The GeForce 205 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 126 points.
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 205 scores 126 and the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU reaches 129 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 126 | 129+2% |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 205 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce 205 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce 205) vs 12_1 (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12_1+19% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 205 draws 10W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU's 7W — a 35.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 205) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated. Card length: 168mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W | 7W-30% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Integrated |
| Length | 168mm | 1mm |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 12.6 | 18.4+46% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 205 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.4 (GeForce 205) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 205 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce 205 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.4 | Infinity |
| Codename | GP108B | — |
| Release | February 20 2019 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #643 | #915 |
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