GeForce FX 5200 vs GeForce RTX 3070
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 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 277050% 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 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-277050%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+277050%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| 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 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 34543.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5200.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+34543.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) |
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 3070
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 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5200 scores 8 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 277050%. The GeForce FX 5200 is built on Rankine while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce FX 5200) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5200) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce FX 5200) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) with 680 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8 | 22,172+277050% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+270% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+416% | 20.31 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz+40% | 1725 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+83% | 96 |
| TMUs | 680+270% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB+267% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+2300% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170+270% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 680+270% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce FX 5200 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 6300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce FX 5200) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce FX 5200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 8 GB+6300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+2300% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.4. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12 Ultimate+33% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce FX 5200) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: MPEG-2 Motion Compensation vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Motion Compensation | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5200 draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 89.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5200) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 152mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 220W-62% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 152mm | 242mm |
| Height | 100mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5200 launched at $70 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce FX 5200 costs 87.5% less ($175 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5200) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 36866.7% better value. The GeForce FX 5200 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-86% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-88% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 110.9+36867% |
| Codename | GB202 | GA104 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #3 | #63 |
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