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GeForce FX 5200LE
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GeForce FX 5100
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce FX 5200LE is positioned at rank 371 and the GeForce FX 5100 is on rank 379, so the GeForce FX 5200LE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5200LE
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5100
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce FX 5100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5200LE.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-14.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+14.3%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $25 for the GeForce FX 5200LE, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 185.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+185.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($25) | ✅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 FX 5200LE and GeForce FX 5100
GeForce FX 5200LE
The GeForce FX 5200LE 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: 7 points. Launch price was $1,999.
GeForce FX 5100
The GeForce FX 5100 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5200LE scores 7 versus the GeForce FX 5100's 8 — the GeForce FX 5100 leads by 14.3%. The GeForce FX 5200LE is built on Rankine while the GeForce FX 5100 uses Rankine, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 21,760 (GeForce FX 5100). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5100). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 2407 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 170 (GeForce FX 5100) with 680 Tensor cores vs 680.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7 | 8+14% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Rankine |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760 | 21760 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS | 104.8 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz | 2407 MHz |
| ROPs | 176 | 176 |
| TMUs | 680 | 680 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB | 21.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 96 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170 | 170 |
| Tensor Cores | 680 | 680 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 96 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 9.0a (GeForce FX 5100). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 9.0a |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs None (GeForce FX 5100). Decoder: No vs None. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5100).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | None |
| Decoder | No | None |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5200LE draws 575W versus the GeForce FX 5100's 575W — a 0% difference. The GeForce FX 5100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 350W (GeForce FX 5100). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 160mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 65.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 575W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 168mm | 160mm |
| Height | 111mm | 100mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | 65 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5200LE launched at $43 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce FX 5100 launched at $100 and now averages $10. The GeForce FX 5100 costs 60% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 0.8 (GeForce FX 5100) — the GeForce FX 5100 offers 166.7% better value.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce FX 5100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43-57% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $10-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 0.8+167% |
| Codename | GB202 | GB202 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | January 30 2025 |
| Ranking | #3 | #3 |
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