GeForce2 MX 100/200 vs GeForce4 440

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 GeForce4 440

#745

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1085700%

#747

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

984200%

#748

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

981600%

#752

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

892600%

#753

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

886500%

#755

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

100%

#756

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce4 440 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 66.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce2 MX 100/200.

Insight	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-66.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+66.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce4 440 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce4 440 holds the technical lead. Priced at $49 (vs $49), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 66.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+66.7%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

GeForce2 MX 100/200 Benchmark Check

GeForce4 440 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce2 MX 100/200 and GeForce4 440

GeForce2 MX 100/200

The GeForce2 MX 100/200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3 points.

GeForce4 440

The GeForce4 440 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1072 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce2 MX 100/200 scores 3 versus the GeForce4 440's 5 — the GeForce4 440 leads by 66.7%. The GeForce2 MX 100/200 is built on Pascal while the GeForce4 440 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 384 (GeForce4 440). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 0.9032 TFLOPS (GeForce4 440). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1176 MHz.

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
G3D Mark Score	3	5+67%
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7972 TFLOPS	0.9032 TFLOPS+13%
Boost Clock	1038 MHz	1176 MHz+13%
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	24	24
L1 Cache	144 KB	192 KB+33%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
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)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 1 MB (GeForce4 440) — the GeForce4 440 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 7.0 (GeForce4 440). Vulkan: N/A vs N/A. OpenGL: 1.2 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
DirectX	7.0	7.0
Vulkan	N/A	N/A
OpenGL	1.2	1.5+25%
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs None (GeForce4 440). Decoder: None vs None. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce4 440).

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
Encoder	None	None
Decoder	None	None
Codecs	MPEG-2	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce2 MX 100/200 draws 10W versus the GeForce4 440's 33W — a 107% difference. The GeForce2 MX 100/200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 350W (GeForce4 440). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 165mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 55 vs 70.

Feature	GeForce2 MX 100/200	GeForce4 440
TDP	10W-70%	33W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	165mm	170mm
Height	64mm	100mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	55-21%	70
Perf/Watt	0.3+50%	0.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce2 MX 100/200 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce4 440 launched at $469 and now averages $49. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce2 MX 100/200) vs 0.1 (GeForce4 440) — the GeForce4 440 offers 0% better value. The GeForce2 MX 100/200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).