GeForce GTX 480 vs Quadro M2200

GeForce GTX 480

2010Core: 700 MHz

Quadro M2200

2017Core: 695 MHzBoost: 1036 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 480

250

4,075

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

4,294

+5.4%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5050

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro M2200

#74

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095

88%

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

83%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

82%

#143

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1720%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

100%

#159

Quadro M4000

MSRP: $791|Avg: $350

98%

#160

FirePro W4100

MSRP: $183|Avg: $183

95%

#166

FirePro W5100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

87%

#167

Radeon Pro WX 4170

MSRP: $400|Avg: $120

84%

#168

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

83%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

83%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro M2200 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Quadro M2200 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 480 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.4% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480.

Insight	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $70 (vs $100), it costs 30% less, resulting in a 50.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+50.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($70)

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.

GeForce GTX 480 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 480 and Quadro M2200

GeForce GTX 480

The GeForce GTX 480 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.

Quadro M2200

The Quadro M2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 695 MHz to 1036 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,294 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 480 scores 4,075 versus the Quadro M2200's 4,294 — the Quadro M2200 leads by 5.4%. The GeForce GTX 480 is built on Fermi while the Quadro M2200 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 1,024 (Quadro M2200). Raw compute: 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480) vs 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200).

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
G3D Mark Score	4,075	4,294+5%
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	480	1024+113%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.345 TFLOPS	2.122 TFLOPS+58%
ROPs	48+50%	32
TMUs	60	64+7%
L1 Cache	960 KB+150%	384 KB
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	1 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 480 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2200 has 4 GB. The Quadro M2200 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 480) vs 1 MB (Quadro M2200) — the Quadro M2200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
VRAM Capacity	1.5 GB	4 GB+167%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	384-bit+500%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	1 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480) vs 12 (12_1) (Quadro M2200). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M2200). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs 2nd Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 480) vs H.264,HEVC (Quadro M2200).

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP4	5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	2nd Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 480 draws 250W versus the Quadro M2200's 55W — a 127.9% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 480) vs 350W (Quadro M2200). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	Quadro M2200
TDP	250W	55W-78%
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	90°C	80°C-11%
Perf/Watt	16.3	78.1+379%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Quadro M2200 launched at $500 and now averages $70. The Quadro M2200 costs 30% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 61.3 (Quadro M2200) — the Quadro M2200 offers 50.2% better value. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).