GeForce2 MX/MX 400 vs RADEON 7200
GeForce2 MX/MX 400
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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 GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is positioned at rank 750 and the RADEON 7200 is on rank 750, so the RADEON 7200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce2 MX/MX 400
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 7200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 7200.
| Insight | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+33.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-33.3%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $45 for the RADEON 7200, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 300% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+300%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45) |
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 GeForce2 MX/MX 400 and RADEON 7200
GeForce2 MX/MX 400
The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 1 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1575 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4 points.
RADEON 7200
The RADEON 7200 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 scores 4 versus the RADEON 7200's 3 — the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 leads by 33.3%. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is built on Turing while the RADEON 7200 uses GCN 3.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs 384 (RADEON 7200). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs 0.7864 TFLOPS (RADEON 7200). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 1024 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4+33% | 3 |
| Architecture | Turing | GCN 3.0 |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+133% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS+310% | 0.7864 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1575 MHz+54% | 1024 MHz |
| ROPs | 32+300% | 8 |
| TMUs | 64+167% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs 7.0 (RADEON 7200). OpenGL: 1.2 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| OpenGL | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| Max Displays | 2+100% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs None (RADEON 7200). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs MPEG-2 Motion Comp. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs MPEG-2 (RADEON 7200).
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Decoder | MPEG-2 Motion Comp |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 draws 25W versus the RADEON 7200's 50W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs 350W (RADEON 7200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 55°C vs 70.
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-50% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | 100mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 55°C-21% | 70 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2+100% | 0.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the RADEON 7200 launched at $99 and now averages $45. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 costs 66.7% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) vs 0.1 (RADEON 7200) — the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 offers 200% better value. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce2 MX/MX 400 | RADEON 7200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129 | $99-23% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-67% | $45 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3+200% | 0.1 |
| Codename | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 | Polaris 24 |
| Release | August 1 2020 | May 13 2019 |
| Ranking | #523 | #898 |
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