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GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE
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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 4800 SE is positioned at rank 384 and the GeForce4 Ti 4800 is on rank 384, so the GeForce4 Ti 4800 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 4800 SE
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 Ti 4800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 16.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 Ti 4800.
| Insight | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+16.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-16.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| 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 4800 SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 55.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+55.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 Ti 4800 SE and GeForce4 Ti 4800
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.
GeForce4 Ti 4800
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE scores 7 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800's 6 — the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE leads by 16.7%. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is built on Fermi while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 288 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 480 (GeForce4 Ti 4800). Raw compute: 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4800).
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7+17% | 6 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 288 | 480+67% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7488 TFLOPS | 1.345 TFLOPS+80% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 48 | 60+25% |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 960 KB+150% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 768 KB (GeForce4 Ti 4800) — the GeForce4 Ti 4800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4800). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 1.3 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs No (GeForce4 Ti 4800). Decoder: No vs No.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | No |
| Decoder | No | No |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE draws 150W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4800's 250W — a 50% difference. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 216mm vs 216mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-40% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 216mm | 216mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce4 Ti 4800 launched at $399 and now averages $40. The GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE) vs 0.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4800) — the GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE offers 100% better value.
| Feature | GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE | GeForce4 Ti 4800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-25% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-25% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.2+100% | 0.1 |
| Codename | GF104 | GF100 |
| Release | November 15 2010 | March 26 2010 |
| Ranking | #683 | #488 |
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