GeForce FX 5200LE vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
GeForce FX 5200LE
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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 5200LE is positioned at rank #371 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 5200LE
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 323485.7% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). 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 RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-323485.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+323485.7%) |
| 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 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $380 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 21188.5% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5200LE.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+21188.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380) |
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 RTX 4060 Ti
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 RTX 4060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5200LE scores 7 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 323485.7%. The GeForce FX 5200LE is built on Rankine while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) with 680 Tensor cores vs 136.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7 | 22,651+323486% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+400% | 4352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+375% | 22.06 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz | 2535 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 176+267% | 48 |
| TMUs | 680+400% | 136 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB+395% | 4.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+200% | 32 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170+400% | 34 |
| Tensor Cores | 680+400% | 136 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 5200LE lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5200LE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce FX 5200LE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+200% | 32 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12.2+36% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: No vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | No | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5200LE draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 112.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 160W-72% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 168mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-7% | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 141.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5200LE launched at $43 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $380. The GeForce FX 5200LE costs 93.4% less ($355 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5200LE) vs 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 19766.7% better value. The GeForce FX 5200LE is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5200LE | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43-89% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-93% | $380 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 59.6+19767% |
| Codename | GB202 | AD106 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #3 | #59 |
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