GeForce4 MX 440SE
VS
GeForce4 Ti 4200

GeForce4 MX 440SE vs GeForce4 Ti 4200

NVIDIA

GeForce4 MX 440SE

2020Core: 1395 MHzBoost: 1575 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce4 Ti 4200

2022Core: 2235 MHzBoost: 2520 MHz

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.

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 Ti 4200

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
241800%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
232300%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
229600%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
229200%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
228733%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
227433%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
224567%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
223733%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
221667%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
221067%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
218400%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
217933%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
214000%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
213867%
#366
Radeon R5 430 OEM
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13
266667%
#381
GeForce3 Ti 200
MSRP: $149|Avg: $49
100%
#382
GeForce4 Ti 4200
MSRP: $199|Avg: $5
100%
#383
GeForce4 Ti 4400
MSRP: $299|Avg: $49
67%
#384
GeForce4 MX 460
MSRP: $179|Avg: $15
67%
#385
GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
MSRP: $299|Avg: $30
67%
#386
GeForce4 Ti 4800
MSRP: $399|Avg: $40
67%
#387
GeForce4 Ti 4600
MSRP: $399|Avg: $40
67%
#388
RADEON 7500
MSRP: $199|Avg: $50
67%
#389
GeForce3 Ti 500
MSRP: $349|Avg: $49
33%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 20% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 MX 440SE.

InsightGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-20%)
Leading raw performance (+20%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) (5nm)
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 Ti 4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $5 versus $49 for the GeForce4 MX 440SE, it costs 90% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1076% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1076%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)
More affordable ($5)

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 440SE and GeForce4 Ti 4200

NVIDIA

GeForce4 MX 440SE

The GeForce4 MX 440SE 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.

NVIDIA

GeForce4 Ti 4200

The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 16384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 128 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $1,599.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 MX 440SE scores 5 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4200's 6 — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 leads by 20%. The GeForce4 MX 440SE is built on Turing while the GeForce4 Ti 4200 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs 16,384 (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 2520 MHz.

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
G3D Mark Score
5
6+20%
Architecture
Turing
Ada Lovelace
Process Node
12 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
896
16384+1729%
Compute (TFLOPS)
3.226 TFLOPS
82.58 TFLOPS+2460%
Boost Clock
1575 MHz
2520 MHz+60%
ROPs
32
176+450%
TMUs
64
512+700%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
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.

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 1.3 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
DirectX
7.0
8.1+16%
Vulkan
None
N/A
OpenGL
1.3
1.5+15%
Max Displays
1
2+100%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs None (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Decoder: No vs None.

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
Encoder
No
None
Decoder
No
None
Codecs
MPEG-2
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce4 MX 440SE draws 25W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4200's 450W — a 178.9% difference. The GeForce4 MX 440SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 165mm vs 175mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 65.

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
TDP
25W-94%
450W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
165mm
175mm
Height
100mm
100mm
Slots
1
1
Temp (Load)
60°C-8%
65
Perf/Watt
0.2
0.0
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Value Analysis

The GeForce4 MX 440SE launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce4 Ti 4200 launched at $199 and now averages $5. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 costs 89.8% less ($44 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce4 MX 440SE) vs 1.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 offers 1100% better value. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).

FeatureGeForce4 MX 440SEGeForce4 Ti 4200
MSRP
$0-100%
$199
Avg Price (30d)
$49
$5-90%
Performance per Dollar
0.1
1.2+1100%
Codename
N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1
AD102
Release
August 1 2020
September 20 2022
Ranking
#523
#4