Radeon RX 460 (móvel)
VS
Quadro K4200

Radeon RX 460 (móvel) vs Quadro K4200

AMD

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

2016Core: 1000 MHzBoost: 1180 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro K4200

2014Core: 771 MHzBoost: 784 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 Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is positioned at rank #103 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

#30
Radeon 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
98%
#31
Radeon RX 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
98%
#93
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
262%
#95
238%
#96
237%
#100
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
216%
#101
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
214%
#103
Radeon RX 460 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $45
100%
#105
GeForce GTX 680M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
99%
#106
Radeon HD 7470M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12
99%
#110
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
97%
#114
Radeon RX 470 (móvel)
MSRP: $179|Avg: $40
94%
#116
GeForce GTX 880M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
92%
#117
GeForce MX570
MSRP: $150|Avg: $120
92%
#118
Radeon RX 6500
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
92%
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 K4200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% 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 Radeon RX 460 (móvel).

InsightRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%)
Leading raw performance (+5.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $50), it costs 10% less, resulting in a 5.2% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+5.2%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($45)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 Radeon RX 460 (móvel) and Quadro K4200

AMD

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,100 points. Launch price was $86.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) scores 4,100 versus the Quadro K4200's 4,332 — the Quadro K4200 leads by 5.7%. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is built on GCN 4.0 while the Quadro K4200 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 1,344 (Quadro K4200). Raw compute: 2.115 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 2.107 TFLOPS (Quadro K4200). Boost clocks: 1180 MHz vs 784 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
G3D Mark Score
4,100
4,332+6%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Kepler
Process Node
14 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
896
1344+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.115 TFLOPS
2.107 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1180 MHz+51%
784 MHz
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
56
112+100%
L1 Cache
224 KB+100%
112 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB+100%
0.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
AMD Anti-Lag
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K4200 has 4 GB. The Quadro K4200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro K4200) — the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
L2 Cache
1 MB+100%
0.5 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 12_0 (Quadro K4200). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
DirectX
12 (12_0)
12_0
Max Displays
4+33%
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K4200). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 1st Gen.

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
Encoder
VCE 3.4
NVENC 2nd Gen
Decoder
UVD 6.3
NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) draws 55W versus the Quadro K4200's 108W — a 65% difference. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 350W (Quadro K4200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
TDP
55W-49%
108W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
241mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Temp (Load)
75
Perf/Watt
74.5+86%
40.1
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Quadro K4200 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) costs 10% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.1 (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 86.6 (Quadro K4200) — the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) offers 5.2% better value. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).

FeatureRadeon RX 460 (móvel)Quadro K4200
MSRP
$99
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$45-10%
$50
Performance per Dollar
91.1+5%
86.6
Codename
Baffin
GK104
Release
August 8 2016
July 22 2014
Ranking
#499
#475