GeForce4 MX 420 vs GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
GeForce4 MX 420
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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 GeForce4 MX 420 is positioned at rank 747 and the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is on rank 384, so the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 MX 420
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce4 MX 420 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The GeForce4 MX 420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 40% higher G3D Mark score and 693.7% more VRAM (512 MB vs 65 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 MX 420.
| Insight | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-40%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+40%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+693.7%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce4 MX 420 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $30 for the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 114.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+114.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($10) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 GeForce4 MX 420 and GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
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.
GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7 points. Launch price was $160.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 MX 420 scores 5 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE's 7 — the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE leads by 40%. The GeForce4 MX 420 is built on Turing while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE uses Fermi, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 288 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE).
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5 | 7+40% |
| Architecture | Turing | Fermi |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+211% | 288 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS+331% | 0.7488 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64+33% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce4 MX 420 comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE has 512 MB. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE offers 693.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.063 GB | 0.5 GB+694% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 7.0 | 8.1+16% |
| OpenGL | 1.5+15% | 1.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce4 MX 420) vs No (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs No.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Decoder | No |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce4 MX 420 draws 25W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE's 150W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce4 MX 420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-83% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 216mm |
| Height | 100mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C-8% | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 0.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce4 MX 420 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE launched at $299 and now averages $30. The GeForce4 MX 420 costs 66.7% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 0.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) — the GeForce4 MX 420 offers 150% better value. The GeForce4 MX 420 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 420 | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-67% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-67% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.5+150% | 0.2 |
| Codename | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 | GF104 |
| Release | August 1 2020 | November 15 2010 |
| Ranking | #523 | #683 |
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