GeForce 210
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GeForce 210

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

138

MSRP

$50

AVG Price

$5

February 20 2019
10 Watt
Pascal (2016−2021)

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.

Overview

The GeForce 210 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 138 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 210 is positioned at rank #599 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 GeForce 210

#589
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3934%
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3566%
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#599
GeForce 210
MSRP: $50|Avg: $5
100%
#600
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97%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 210 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce 210 scores 138 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP108B), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.7972 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1038 MHz from a base of 937 MHz.

SpecificationGeForce 210
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score138
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationPascal (2016−2021)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGP108B
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1038 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency937 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.7972 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second24.91 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,800 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#643
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 210 is equipped with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce 210
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures1 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache144 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 10.1, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce 210
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version10.1
OpenGLLegacy graphics API3.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: PureVideo VP4— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264.

SpecificationGeForce 210
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors1x
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors1x
HDMI PortsNumber of HDMI display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo VP4
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,VC-1,H.264
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 210 draws 10 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 168mm long, 69mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 60°C at idle, 75°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce 210
TDPPower consumption under load10 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeLegacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance168mm
Card Height69mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle60°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $5 (MSRP: $50), the GeForce 210 delivers 28 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #599 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #643 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce 210
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$50
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$5
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#599
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#643
Release DateFebruary 20 2019
Release Year2019

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