GRID V100-8Q vs GeForce FX 5200SE
GRID V100-8Q
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5200SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID V100-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5200SE.
| Insight | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+33.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-33.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5200SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce FX 5200SE holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 74900% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+74900%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000) | ✅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 GRID V100-8Q and GeForce FX 5200SE
GRID V100-8Q
The GRID V100-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16 points.
GeForce FX 5200SE
The GeForce FX 5200SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2012. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 736 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12 points. Launch price was $89.99.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GRID V100-8Q scores 16 versus the GeForce FX 5200SE's 12 — the GRID V100-8Q leads by 33.3%. The GRID V100-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce FX 5200SE uses Rankine, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 288 (GeForce FX 5200SE). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.8479 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5200SE).
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16+33% | 12 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Rankine |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+122% | 288 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS+97% | 0.8479 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 24+50% |
| TMUs | 40 | 48+20% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 384 KB+20% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+426% | 0.38 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 2 MB (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.38 MB (GeForce FX 5200SE) — the GRID V100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+426% | 0.38 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID V100-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce FX 5200SE's 150W — a 40% difference. The GeForce FX 5200SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100-8Q) vs 350W (GeForce FX 5200SE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 100mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Value Analysis
The GRID V100-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the GeForce FX 5200SE launched at $99 and now averages $10. The GeForce FX 5200SE costs 99.9% less ($9990 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.0 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 1.2 (GeForce FX 5200SE) — the GeForce FX 5200SE offers 100+% better value. The GRID V100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5200SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10000 | $99-99% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10000 | $10-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.0 | 1.2 |
| Codename | GM107 | GF114 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | February 20 2012 |
| Ranking | #622 | #706 |
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