
GeForce 9200M GE vs Quadro 400

GeForce 9200M GE
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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 9200M GE is positioned at rank 675 and the Quadro 400 is on rank 360, so the Quadro 400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9200M GE
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9200M GE.
| Insight | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| 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 GeForce 9200M GE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9200M GE holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $500), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3143.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+3143.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 9200M GE and Quadro 400

GeForce 9200M GE
The GeForce 9200M GE 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: 144 points.

Quadro 400
The Quadro 400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1252 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 148 points. Launch price was $119.99.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9200M GE scores 144 and the Quadro 400 reaches 148 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9200M GE is built on Maxwell while the Quadro 400 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 9200M GE) vs 256 (Quadro 400). Raw compute: 0.5084 TFLOPS (GeForce 9200M GE) vs 0.641 TFLOPS (Quadro 400). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1252 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 144 | 148+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5084 TFLOPS | 0.641 TFLOPS+26% |
| Boost Clock | 993 MHz | 1252 MHz+26% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 24+50% | 16 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB+33% | 96 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9200M GE) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro 400) — the GeForce 9200M GE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9200M GE) vs 10_1 (Quadro 400). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 10_1 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9200M GE draws 16W versus the Quadro 400's 30W — a 60.9% difference. The GeForce 9200M GE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9200M GE) vs 350W (Quadro 400). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 168mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 16W-47% | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 168mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 9.0+84% | 4.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9200M GE launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro 400 launched at $169 and now averages $500. The GeForce 9200M GE costs 97% less ($485 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.6 (GeForce 9200M GE) vs 0.3 (Quadro 400) — the GeForce 9200M GE offers 3100% better value. The Quadro 400 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce 9200M GE | Quadro 400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-41% | $169 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-97% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.6+3100% | 0.3 |
| Codename | GM108 | GP107 |
| Release | March 25 2016 | February 7 2017 |
| Ranking | #864 | #741 |
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