GeForce3 Ti 200 vs GeForce4 MX 420
GeForce3 Ti 200
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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 GeForce3 Ti 200 is positioned at rank 382 and the GeForce4 MX 420 is on rank 747, so the GeForce3 Ti 200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce3 Ti 200
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 MX 420
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce4 MX 420 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 25% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce3 Ti 200 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-25%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+25%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+693.7%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce4 MX 420 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $49 for the GeForce3 Ti 200, it costs 80% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 512.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+512.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 GeForce3 Ti 200 and GeForce4 MX 420
GeForce3 Ti 200
The GeForce3 Ti 200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 2944 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce4 MX 420
The GeForce4 MX 420 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: 5 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce3 Ti 200 scores 4 versus the GeForce4 MX 420's 5 — the GeForce4 MX 420 leads by 25%. The GeForce3 Ti 200 is built on Turing while the GeForce4 MX 420 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 2,944 (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs 896 (GeForce4 MX 420). Raw compute: 10.07 TFLOPS (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 420). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1575 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4 | 5+25% |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2944+229% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.07 TFLOPS+212% | 3.226 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz+9% | 1575 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 184+188% | 64 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce3 Ti 200 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce4 MX 420 has 65 MB. The GeForce3 Ti 200 offers 693.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+694% | 0.063 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 8.1 (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 420). OpenGL: 1.3 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 8.1+16% | 7.0 |
| OpenGL | 1.3 | 1.5+15% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs None (GeForce4 MX 420). Decoder: None vs MPEG-2 Decoder. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce4 MX 420).
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | None | MPEG-2 Decoder |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce3 Ti 200 draws 215W versus the GeForce4 MX 420's 25W — a 158.3% difference. The GeForce4 MX 420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs 350W (GeForce4 MX 420). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 60 vs 60°C.
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 215W | 25W-88% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 183mm | — |
| Height | 100mm | 100mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 60 | 60°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 0.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce3 Ti 200 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce4 MX 420 launched at $99 and now averages $10. The GeForce4 MX 420 costs 79.6% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce3 Ti 200) vs 0.5 (GeForce4 MX 420) — the GeForce4 MX 420 offers 400% better value. The GeForce4 MX 420 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce3 Ti 200 | GeForce4 MX 420 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $99-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49 | $10-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.1 | 0.5+400% |
| Codename | TU104 | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 |
| Release | September 20 2018 | August 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #94 | #523 |
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