Quadro K4200 vs GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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 GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

122%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

110%

#9

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

110%

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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#14

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

99%

#18

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2014). The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K4200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K4200.

Insight	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Blackwell (2024−2025) (3nm)
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $50 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 3% better value per dollar than the Quadro K4200.

Insight	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

Quadro K4200 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K4200 and GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

Quadro K4200

The Quadro K4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 771 MHz to 784 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 108W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,332 points. Launch price was $854.99.

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,463 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K4200 scores 4,332 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) reaches 4,463 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K4200 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (Quadro K4200) vs 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)).

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
G3D Mark Score	4,332	4,463+3%
Architecture	Kepler	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	3 nm
Shading Units	1344	3584+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K4200) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
DirectX	12_0	12 (12_1)
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K4200) vs NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC (3rd Gen).

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	NVENC (6th Gen)
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	NVDEC (3rd Gen)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K4200 draws 108W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)'s 50W — a 73.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K4200) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Quadro K4200	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
TDP	108W	50W-54%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	40.1	89.3+123%

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Value Analysis

Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 86.6 (Quadro K4200) vs 89.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) — the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers 3.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2014).