Quadro M2200 vs GeForce GTX 480

Quadro M2200

2017Core: 695 MHzBoost: 1036 MHz

GeForce GTX 480

2010Core: 700 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro M2200

4,294

+5.4%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

4,075

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX TITAN X

TITAN V CEO Edition

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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. The Quadro M2200 is positioned at rank #158 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Quadro M2200

#74

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095

88%

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

83%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

82%

#143

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1720%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

100%

#159

Quadro M4000

MSRP: $791|Avg: $350

98%

#160

FirePro W4100

MSRP: $183|Avg: $183

95%

#166

FirePro W5100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

87%

#167

Radeon Pro WX 4170

MSRP: $400|Avg: $120

84%

#168

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

83%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

83%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro M2200 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Quadro M2200 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 480 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.4% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480.

Insight	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $70 (vs $100), it costs 30% less, resulting in a 50.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+50.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($70)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 M2200 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 480 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M2200 and GeForce GTX 480

Quadro M2200

The Quadro M2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 695 MHz to 1036 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,294 points.

GeForce GTX 480

The GeForce GTX 480 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: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro M2200 scores 4,294 versus the GeForce GTX 480's 4,075 — the Quadro M2200 leads by 5.4%. The Quadro M2200 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 480 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Quadro M2200) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 480). Raw compute: 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200) vs 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480).

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
G3D Mark Score	4,294+5%	4,075
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1024+113%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.122 TFLOPS+58%	1.345 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	64+7%	60
L1 Cache	384 KB	960 KB+150%
L2 Cache	1 MB+33%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
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)

The Quadro M2200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480 has 2 GB. The Quadro M2200 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M2200) vs 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 480) — the Quadro M2200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+167%	1.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	384-bit+500%
L2 Cache	1 MB+33%	0.75 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M2200) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M2200) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480). Decoder: 2nd Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Quadro M2200) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 480).

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
Encoder	5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell)	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	2nd Gen NVDEC	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,HEVC	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M2200 draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 480's 250W — a 127.9% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2200) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 480). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 90°C.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 480
TDP	55W-78%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C-11%	90°C
Perf/Watt	78.1+379%	16.3

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 and now averages $100. The Quadro M2200 costs 30% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.3 (Quadro M2200) vs 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) — the Quadro M2200 offers 50.2% better value. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).