GeForce 9200M GS vs Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

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 9200M GS is positioned at rank #683 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9200M GS

#673

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

8416%

#675

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

7629%

#676

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

7609%

#680

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

6919%

#681

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

6872%

#683

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

100%

#684

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

100%

#685

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

95%

#686

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

91%

#687

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

88%

#688

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

85%

#689

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

82%

#690

GeForce 9450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

81%

#691

GeForce 9800 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $75

79%

#692

GeForce 7900 GS

MSRP: $259|Avg: $50

78%

#693

MOBILITY RADEON X600

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

78%

#694

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

76%

#695

Mobility Radeon X2300 HD

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

76%

#696

Mobility Radeon X2300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

76%

#697

Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $12

74%

#698

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

72%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9200M GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9200M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (256 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU.

Insight	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑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

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9200M GS 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.

GeForce 9200M GS Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9200M GS and Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

GeForce 9200M GS

The GeForce 9200M GS 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: 129 points.

Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 125 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9200M GS scores 129 and the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU reaches 125 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
G3D Mark Score	129+3%	125
Process Node	28 nm	5 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 9200M GS comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce 9200M GS offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9200M GS) vs 12_0 (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
DirectX	10.0	12_0+20%
Max Displays	1	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9200M GS draws 16W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU's 7W — a 78.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9200M GS) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce 9200M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
TDP	16W	7W-56%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	Legacy	Integrated
Length	0mm	1mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	8.1	17.9+121%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9200M GS launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 3.2 (GeForce 9200M GS) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).