GeForce MX350 vs Quadro K1200
GeForce MX350
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Quadro K1200
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce MX350 is positioned at rank 348 and the Quadro K1200 is on rank 142, so the Quadro K1200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX350
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K1200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX350 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX350 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K1200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K1200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% 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 MX350.
| Insight | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.8%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K1200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $184 versus $200 for the GeForce MX350, it costs 8% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 14% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+14%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($184) |
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 MX350 and Quadro K1200
GeForce MX350
The GeForce MX350 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 10 2020. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 747 MHz to 937 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,828 points.
Quadro K1200
The Quadro K1200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 28 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,965 points. Launch price was $321.97.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX350 scores 2,828 and the Quadro K1200 reaches 2,965 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX350 is built on Pascal while the Quadro K1200 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 640 (GeForce MX350) vs 512 (Quadro K1200). Raw compute: 1.199 TFLOPS (GeForce MX350) vs 1.0578 TFLOPS (Quadro K1200). Boost clocks: 937 MHz vs 1033 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,828 | 2,965+5% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+25% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.199 TFLOPS+13% | 1.0578 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 937 MHz | 1033 MHz+10% |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 240 KB | 256 KB+7% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce MX350 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K1200 has 4 GB. The Quadro K1200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce MX350) vs 2 MB (Quadro K1200) — the Quadro K1200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX350 draws 20W versus the Quadro K1200's 45W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce MX350 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX350) vs 350W (Quadro K1200). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 20W-56% | 45W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 141.4+115% | 65.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX350 launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Quadro K1200 launched at $300 and now averages $184. The Quadro K1200 costs 8% less ($16 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.1 (GeForce MX350) vs 16.1 (Quadro K1200) — the Quadro K1200 offers 14.2% better value. The GeForce MX350 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce MX350 | Quadro K1200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-17% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $184-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.1 | 16.1+14% |
| Codename | GP107 | GM107 |
| Release | February 10 2020 | January 28 2015 |
| Ranking | #597 | #586 |
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