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GeForce FX 5600XT
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GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
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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 5600XT is positioned at rank 380 and the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is on rank 384, so the GeForce FX 5600XT 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 5600XT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce FX 5600XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 28.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+28.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-28.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5600XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce FX 5600XT holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $30), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 285.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+285.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($10) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 5600XT and GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
GeForce FX 5600XT
The GeForce FX 5600XT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9 points. Launch price was $199.
GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7 points. Launch price was $160.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5600XT scores 9 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE's 7 — the GeForce FX 5600XT leads by 28.6%. The GeForce FX 5600XT is built on Rankine while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 336 (GeForce FX 5600XT) vs 288 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). Raw compute: 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5600XT) vs 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9+29% | 7 |
| Architecture | Rankine | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 336+17% | 288 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.089 TFLOPS+45% | 0.7488 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 56+17% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 448 KB+17% | 384 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5600XT) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a+11% | 8.1 |
| OpenGL | 1.5+15% | 1.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5600XT draws 150W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5600XT) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 55°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 216mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 55°C-15% | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.1 | 0.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5600XT launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE launched at $299 and now averages $30. The GeForce FX 5600XT costs 66.7% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.9 (GeForce FX 5600XT) vs 0.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) — the GeForce FX 5600XT offers 350% better value. The GeForce FX 5600XT is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5600XT | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-57% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-67% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.9+350% | 0.2 |
| Codename | GF114 | GF104 |
| Release | May 17 2011 | November 15 2010 |
| Ranking | #605 | #683 |
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