GeForce FX 5200 vs GeForce RTX 4060
GeForce FX 5200
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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 FX 5200 is positioned at rank #374 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 FX 5200
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 244250% higher G3D Mark score and 6300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5200.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-244250%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+244250%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 20330.6% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5200.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+20330.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) |
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 FX 5200 and GeForce RTX 4060
GeForce FX 5200
The GeForce FX 5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 points. Launch price was $1,999.
GeForce RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5200 scores 8 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 244250%. The GeForce FX 5200 is built on Rankine while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce FX 5200) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5200) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 2460 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce FX 5200) vs 24 (GeForce RTX 4060) with 680 Tensor cores vs 96.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8 | 19,548+244250% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+608% | 3072 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+594% | 15.11 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz | 2460 MHz+2% |
| ROPs | 176+267% | 48 |
| TMUs | 680+608% | 96 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB+610% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+300% | 24 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170+608% | 24 |
| Tensor Cores | 680+608% | 96 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce FX 5200 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce FX 5200 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 6300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce FX 5200) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce FX 5200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 8 GB+6300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 272 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+300% | 24 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12 Ultimate+33% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce FX 5200) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: MPEG-2 Motion Compensation vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Motion Compensation | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5200 draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5200) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 152mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 73°C.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 115W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 152mm | 240mm |
| Height | 100mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70-4% | 73°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 170.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5200 launched at $70 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce FX 5200 costs 91.6% less ($274 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5200) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 21700% better value. The GeForce FX 5200 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-77% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-92% | $299 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 65.4+21700% |
| Codename | GB202 | AD107 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #3 | #84 |
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