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GeForce4 Ti 4200
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GeForce 256
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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 Ti 4200 is positioned at rank 382 and the GeForce 256 is on rank 750, so the GeForce4 Ti 4200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 Ti 4200
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 256
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 GeForce 256.
| Insight | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+20%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-20%) |
| Longevity | Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) (5nm) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 $20 for the GeForce 256, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 380% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+380%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($5) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce4 Ti 4200 and GeForce 256
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.
GeForce 256
The GeForce 256 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. 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: 5 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 Ti 4200 scores 6 versus the GeForce 256's 5 — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 leads by 20%. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce 256 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 16,384 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 384 (GeForce 256). Raw compute: 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce 256). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6+20% | 5 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Pascal |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 16384+4167% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 82.58 TFLOPS+10259% | 0.7972 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2520 MHz+143% | 1038 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+1000% | 16 |
| TMUs | 512+2033% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 16 MB+11329% | 0.14 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+14300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce 256) — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+14300% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 7.0 (GeForce 256). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 1.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 8.1+16% | 7.0 |
| OpenGL | 1.5+25% | 1.2 |
| Max Displays | 2+100% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs None (GeForce 256). Decoder: None vs MPEG-2 Motion Comp. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce 256).
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | None | MPEG-2 Motion Comp |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce4 Ti 4200 draws 450W versus the GeForce 256's 10W — a 191.3% difference. The GeForce 256 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 350W (GeForce 256). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 175mm vs 165mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65 vs 60°C.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 450W | 10W-98% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 175mm | 165mm |
| Height | 100mm | 100mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65 | 60°C-8% |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 0.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce4 Ti 4200 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the GeForce 256 launched at $199 and now averages $20. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 costs 75% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) vs 0.3 (GeForce 256) — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 offers 300% better value. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4200 | GeForce 256 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-75% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.2+300% | 0.3 |
| Codename | AD102 | GP108B |
| Release | September 20 2022 | February 20 2019 |
| Ranking | #4 | #643 |
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