GeForce G210M
VS
Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

GeForce G210M vs Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce G210M

2016Core: 965 MHzBoost: 993 MHz
VS

Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

2018

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 G210M is positioned at rank #436 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 G210M

#426
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1683%
#428
1526%
#429
1522%
#433
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1384%
#434
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1374%
#436
GeForce G210M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#437
Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
99%
#438
Radeon R3
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#439
97%
#441
Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
96%
#443
Radeon R9 M360
MSRP: $300|Avg: $81
94%
#444
Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $50
93%
#445
Radeon R9 M365X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
92%
#446
GeForce 7800 GS
MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
91%
#447
Radeon HD 8650G + 7670M Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
91%
#448
Radeon R9 M265X
MSRP: $200|Avg: $30
91%
#449
Mobility Radeon HD 5165
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
90%
#450
Radeon R5 M435
MSRP: $150|Avg: $30
89%
#451
Radeon E8860
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
87%
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 Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce G210M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce G210M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU.

InsightGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Performance
Leading raw performance (+3.2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce G210M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 G210M and Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce G210M

The GeForce G210M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 25 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 965 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 16W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.

Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 125 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce G210M scores 129 and the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU reaches 125 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
G3D Mark Score
129+3%
125
Process Node
28 nm
5 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
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 G210M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce G210M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce G210M) vs 12_0 (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
DirectX
10.1
12_0+19%
Max Displays
1
0
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce G210M draws 16W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU's 7W — a 78.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce G210M) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
TDP
16W
7W-56%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
Legacy
Integrated
Length
0mm
1mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
8.1
17.9+121%
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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).

FeatureGeForce G210MQualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$0
Codename
GM108
Release
March 25 2016
December 6 2018
Ranking
#864
#860