GeForce 9200 vs FirePro 2460
GeForce 9200
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 9200 is positioned at rank 562 and the FirePro 2460 is on rank 353, so the FirePro 2460 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9200
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 2460
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 2460 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9200.
| Insight | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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 FirePro 2460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 2460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $15), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 51.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+51.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 9200 and FirePro 2460
GeForce 9200
The GeForce 9200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 25 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 965 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 16W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 168 points.
FirePro 2460
The FirePro 2460 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 13 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 170 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9200 scores 168 and the FirePro 2460 reaches 170 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9200 is built on Maxwell while the FirePro 2460 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 9200) vs 512 (FirePro 2460). Raw compute: 0.5084 TFLOPS (GeForce 9200) vs 0.768 TFLOPS (FirePro 2460).
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 168 | 170+1% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 512+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5084 TFLOPS | 0.768 TFLOPS+51% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 32+33% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9200) vs 0.25 MB (FirePro 2460) — the GeForce 9200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9200) vs 11 (FirePro 2460). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11+10% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 9200) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 2460). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9200) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 2460).
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | UVD 2.3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP2) | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9200 draws 16W versus the FirePro 2460's 75W — a 129.7% difference. The GeForce 9200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9200) vs 350W (FirePro 2460). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 170mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 16W-79% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 170mm |
| Height | 0mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 70 | 65°C-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 10.5+357% | 2.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9200 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the FirePro 2460 launched at $180 and now averages $10. The FirePro 2460 costs 33.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.2 (GeForce 9200) vs 17.0 (FirePro 2460) — the FirePro 2460 offers 51.8% better value. The GeForce 9200 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce 9200 | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-72% | $180 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.2 | 17.0+52% |
| Codename | GM108 | Cape Verde |
| Release | March 25 2016 | June 13 2012 |
| Ranking | #864 | #732 |
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