Quadro M2200 vs Radeon R9 270
Quadro M2200
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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M2200
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 270 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M2200 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R9 270 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 270 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $70), it costs 57% less, resulting in a 134% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+134%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 M2200 and Radeon R9 270
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.
Radeon R9 270
The Radeon R9 270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 13 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,306 points. Launch price was $179.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M2200 scores 4,294 and the Radeon R9 270 reaches 4,306 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M2200 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon R9 270 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (Quadro M2200) vs 1,280 (Radeon R9 270). Raw compute: 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200) vs 2.368 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 270). Boost clocks: 1036 MHz vs 925 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,294 | 4,306 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 1280+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.122 TFLOPS | 2.368 TFLOPS+12% |
| Boost Clock | 1036 MHz+12% | 925 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 | 80+25% |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB+20% | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M2200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 270 has 2 GB. The Quadro M2200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M2200) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon R9 270) — the Quadro M2200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M2200 draws 55W versus the Radeon R9 270's 150W — a 92.7% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2200) vs 500W (Radeon R9 270). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-63% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 78.1+172% | 28.7 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the Radeon R9 270 launched at $179 and now averages $30. The Radeon R9 270 costs 57.1% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.3 (Quadro M2200) vs 143.5 (Radeon R9 270) — the Radeon R9 270 offers 134.1% better value. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Quadro M2200 | Radeon R9 270 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $179-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $70 | $30-57% |
| Performance per Dollar | 61.3 | 143.5+134% |
| Codename | GM206 | Curacao |
| Release | January 11 2017 | November 13 2013 |
| Ranking | #479 | #476 |
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