GeForce G200 vs Quadro NVS 420

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 G200 is positioned at rank #357 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce G200

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

16120%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

15487%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

15307%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

15280%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

15249%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

15162%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

14971%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14916%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14778%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

14738%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

14560%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14529%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

14267%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

14258%

#342

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

17778%

#357

GeForce G200

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

100%

#358

RADEON X700 PRO

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

93%

#359

GeForce 6500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

84%

#361

RADEON X800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $15

76%

#362

GeForce 6600

MSRP: $270|Avg: $10

71%

#363

RADEON 9550

MSRP: $129|Avg: $30

60%

#364

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

56%

#365

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

56%

#366

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

51%

#367

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

47%

#368

RADEON X800 XL

MSRP: $349|Avg: $15

44%

#369

RADEON X800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $20

44%

#370

RADEON 9600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

40%

#371

RADEON X800 PRO

MSRP: $399|Avg: $15

36%

#372

GeForce FX 5200LE

MSRP: $43|Avg: $25

36%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro NVS 420 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro NVS 420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce G200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro NVS 420 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce G200.

Insight	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce G200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $20 for the Quadro NVS 420, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 32.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+32.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce G200 and Quadro NVS 420

GeForce G200

The GeForce G200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 136 points. Launch price was $79.

Quadro NVS 420

The Quadro NVS 420 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1227 MHz to 1647 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 137 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce G200 scores 136 and the Quadro NVS 420 reaches 137 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce G200 is built on Pascal while the Quadro NVS 420 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce G200) vs 2,304 (Quadro NVS 420). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce G200) vs 7.589 TFLOPS (Quadro NVS 420). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 1647 MHz.

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
G3D Mark Score	136	137
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	14 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2304+500%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.127 TFLOPS	7.589 TFLOPS+573%
Boost Clock	1468 MHz	1647 MHz+12%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	24	144+500%
L1 Cache	144 KB	864 KB+500%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce G200 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro NVS 420 has 4 GB. The Quadro NVS 420 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce G200) vs 2 MB (Quadro NVS 420) — the Quadro NVS 420 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	4 GB+700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce G200) vs 10_0 (Quadro NVS 420). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
DirectX	10.1	10_0
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce G200) vs PureVideo HD (Quadro NVS 420). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP4) vs PureVideo HD.

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
Encoder	None	PureVideo HD
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP4)	PureVideo HD
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce G200 draws 30W versus the Quadro NVS 420's 100W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce G200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce G200) vs 350W (Quadro NVS 420). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 160mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GeForce G200	Quadro NVS 420
TDP	30W-70%	100W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	160mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	4.5+221%	1.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce G200 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro NVS 420 launched at $0 and now averages $20. The GeForce G200 costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (GeForce G200) vs 6.8 (Quadro NVS 420) — the GeForce G200 offers 33.8% better value. The Quadro NVS 420 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).