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GeForce 256
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 256 is positioned at rank 750 and the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP is on rank 732, so the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 256
Performance Per Dollar MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 256 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). The GeForce 256 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 20% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 256.
| Insight | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-20%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+20%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $5 versus $20 for the GeForce 256, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 380% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+380%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) | ✅More affordable ($5) |
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 256 and MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP
GeForce 256
The GeForce 256 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: 5 points.
MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP
The MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 256 scores 5 versus the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP's 6 — the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP leads by 20%. The GeForce 256 is built on Pascal while the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP uses TeraScale 2, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 256) vs 800 (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce 256) vs 1.12 TFLOPS (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP).
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5 | 6+20% |
| Architecture | Pascal | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 800+108% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7972 TFLOPS | 1.12 TFLOPS+40% |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 24 | 40+67% |
| L1 Cache | 144 KB+80% | 80 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce 256) vs 256 KB (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP) — the GeForce 256 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce 256) vs 7.0 (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP). OpenGL: 1.2 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| OpenGL | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 256 draws 10W versus the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP's 50W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce 256 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 256) vs 350W (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-80% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 165mm | — |
| Height | 100mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C-14% | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.5+400% | 0.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 256 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP launched at $20 and now averages $5. The MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP costs 75% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce 256) vs 1.2 (MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP) — the MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP offers 300% better value. The GeForce 256 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce 256 | MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $20-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $5-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 1.2+300% |
| Codename | GP108B | Broadway |
| Release | February 20 2019 | January 7 2010 |
| Ranking | #643 | #846 |
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