Quadro K4200 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Quadro K4200
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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
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2014). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB 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 RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 189.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K4200.
| Insight | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-189.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+189.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 76% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 44.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+44.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) |
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 Quadro K4200 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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 RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro K4200 scores 4,332 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 189.4%. The Quadro K4200 is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (Quadro K4200) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 2.107 TFLOPS (Quadro K4200) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 784 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,332 | 12,535+189% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1344 | 2560+90% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.107 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+332% |
| Boost Clock | 784 MHz | 1777 MHz+127% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 112+40% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 0.11 MB | 2.5 MB+2173% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K4200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro K4200) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K4200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12 Ultimate |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K4200) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen.
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2nd Gen | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K4200 draws 108W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 18.5% difference. The Quadro K4200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K4200) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 108W-17% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 241mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 40.1 | 96.4+140% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K4200 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The Quadro K4200 costs 76.1% less ($159 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 86.6 (Quadro K4200) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the Quadro K4200 offers 44.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2014).
| Feature | Quadro K4200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-76% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 86.6+44% | 60.0 |
| Codename | GK104 | GA106 |
| Release | July 22 2014 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #475 | #211 |
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