Quadro M2200
VS
Radeon RX 460

Quadro M2200 vs Radeon RX 460

NVIDIA

Quadro M2200

2017Core: 695 MHzBoost: 1036 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 460

2016Core: 1090 MHzBoost: 1200 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 460.

InsightQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
Performance
Leading raw performance (+4.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-4.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $70), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 90.9% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+90.9%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70)
More affordable ($35)

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 RX 460

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Radeon RX 460

The Radeon RX 460 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1090 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,099 points. Launch price was $86.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro M2200 scores 4,294 and the Radeon RX 460 reaches 4,099 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M2200 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX 460 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Quadro M2200) vs 896 (Radeon RX 460). Raw compute: 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200) vs 2.15 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 460). Boost clocks: 1036 MHz vs 1200 MHz.

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
G3D Mark Score
4,294+5%
4,099
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
GCN 4.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
1024+14%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.122 TFLOPS
2.15 TFLOPS+1%
Boost Clock
1036 MHz
1200 MHz+16%
ROPs
32+100%
16
TMUs
64+14%
56
L1 Cache
384 KB+71%
224 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
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)

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

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M2200) vs 12 (FL 12_0) (Radeon RX 460). Vulkan: 1.4 vs Supported. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12 (FL 12_0)
Vulkan
1.4
Supported
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4+33%
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M2200) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 460). Decoder: 2nd Gen NVDEC vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Quadro M2200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (Radeon RX 460).

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
Encoder
5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell)
VCE 3.4
Decoder
2nd Gen NVDEC
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,HEVC
H.264,H.265/HEVC
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M2200 draws 55W versus the Radeon RX 460's 75W — a 30.8% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2200) vs 350W (Radeon RX 460). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
TDP
55W-27%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
170mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
78.1+43%
54.7
💰

Value Analysis

The Quadro M2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the Radeon RX 460 launched at $110 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 460 costs 50% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.3 (Quadro M2200) vs 117.1 (Radeon RX 460) — the Radeon RX 460 offers 91% better value. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).

FeatureQuadro M2200Radeon RX 460
MSRP
$500
$110-78%
Avg Price (30d)
$70
$35-50%
Performance per Dollar
61.3
117.1+91%
Codename
GM206
Baffin
Release
January 11 2017
August 8 2016
Ranking
#479
#485