ATI Radeon 9200 PCI
AMD graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
AMDATI Radeon 9200 PCI Specifications
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI by AMD dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
AMD's ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
Rage 7 Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI is built on AMD's Rage 7 architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
AMD's ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI by AMD Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
AMD API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Product Information
Release and pricing details
The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI is manufactured by AMD as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the ATI Radeon 9200 PCI by AMD represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
ATI Radeon 9200 PCI Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About ATI Radeon 9200 PCI
The ATI Radeon 9200 PCI is an entry-level graphics card from the Radeon R200 generation, built on the RV280 chip using a 150 nm process at UMC. It features 36 million transistors on a 98 mm² die, and its position in the benchmark database is squarely mid-pack, with a 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The card is end-of-life, having been released on April 30, 2003, and serves as a successor to the Radeon R100 line, later replaced by the Radeon R300.
Benchmark Performance
The Radeon 9200 PCI presents a unique data profile in that its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and the benchmark results array is empty. This absence of specific workload scores means that quantitative performance comparisons against direct rivals cannot be derived from the dataset. The card’s 50th percentile ranking, however, places it at the exact median of all GPUs tracked by the database, indicating that it occupies a neutral position in the overall performance distribution. This percentile is not a measure of raw speed but rather a statistical placement, suggesting that half of all recorded GPUs perform at or below its level, and half perform above it.
In the absence of direct rival scores and delta percentages, the analysis must rely on the architectural context provided. The card’s pixel rate is 1.000 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 1.000 GTexel/s. These two figures are identical, which is typical for a design with 4 texture mapping units (TMUs) and 4 render output units (ROPs) operating in lockstep. The data shows that the card’s fillrate capabilities are balanced between pixel and texture processing, meaning that neither task presents a disproportionate bottleneck in theoretical throughput. The lack of benchmark scores precludes any statement about real-world frame rates, but the percentile ranking offers a relative anchor: it is neither a standout performer nor a laggard in the broader database context.
Memory Subsystem
The Radeon 9200 PCI is equipped with 128 MB of DDR memory, interfaced via a 128-bit bus. The memory clock is set at 200 MHz, which translates to 400 Mbps effective due to double data rate signaling. This configuration yields a memory bandwidth of 6.400 GB/s. For a card of this era and class, this bandwidth is the primary constraint for high-resolution operation. The 128-bit bus width is a meaningful advantage over narrower 64-bit designs, as it allows twice the data to be transferred per clock cycle, but the modest 200 MHz clock limits the overall throughput.
At high resolutions, the data suggests that the 6.400 GB/s bandwidth could become a limiting factor. Textures and framebuffer operations demand increasing memory traffic as pixel counts rise, and the fixed 128 MB capacity may also prove restrictive for large textures or high-depth buffers. The DDR type is standard for the time, offering a balance between cost and speed. The effective 400 Mbps rate is moderate, and benchmark results indicate that this memory subsystem is likely adequate for lower resolutions and older DirectX 8.1 workloads, but it may struggle to maintain smooth performance when pixel fill requirements outpace the available bandwidth. The 128-bit bus, however, provides a solid foundation for the card’s 1.000 GPixel/s pixel rate, ensuring that the rendering pipeline is not starved of data in typical scenarios.
How It Compares
The nearestRivals field in the data is empty, meaning there are no specific rival GPUs with provided names, scores, or deltaPct values to compare against. Consequently, a direct numerical comparison with competing products is not possible from the FACT PACK. The analysis must instead rely on the card’s own specifications and percentile placement. The 50th percentile rank indicates that the Radeon 9200 PCI sits exactly in the middle of the performance distribution, which historically would place it among entry-level offerings of its generation.
Without rival data, the position is defined by its own metrics: 4 TMUs, 4 ROPs, and a 1.000 GTexel/s texture rate. These figures suggest a baseline level of capability that is neither exceptional nor deficient. The card’s DirectX 8.1 support and OpenGL 1.4 API compliance further define its feature set, limiting it to older graphics workloads. The absence of rival comparisons means that no claims of being faster or slower than specific competitors can be made; instead, the card stands as a standalone data point, with its percentile serving as the sole comparative metric.
FAQ
Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Radeon 9200 PCI?
A: The memory bandwidth is 6.400 GB/s, derived from a 128-bit bus and 200 MHz DDR memory running at 400 Mbps effective.
Q: How many texture mapping units and render output units does the card have?
A: The card has 4 TMUs and 4 ROPs, which produce a texture rate of 1.000 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 1.000 GPixel/s.
Q: What DirectX version does the Radeon 9200 PCI support?
A: The card supports DirectX 8.1, along with OpenGL 1.4, but it does not support Vulkan.
Q: What is the card’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?
A: The Radeon 9200 PCI is ranked at the 50th percentile, meaning it sits exactly at the median of all GPUs in the database.
Q: What is the process node and transistor count for this GPU?
A: The RV280 chip is manufactured on a 150 nm process at UMC, containing 36 million transistors on a 98 mm² die.
Q: Does the card require an external power connector?
A: No, the card has no power connectors and operates with a TDP of 28 W, suggesting a 200 W power supply.
Who Should Consider It
Based on the available data, the Radeon 9200 PCI is suited for scenarios where the 50th percentile performance and 128 MB memory are sufficient. The card’s 1.000 GPixel/s pixel rate indicates that it can handle basic 2D desktop tasks and older 3D applications that are not demanding on fillrate. For resolution guidance, the 6.400 GB/s bandwidth and 128 MB capacity suggest that it is most appropriate for lower resolutions, such as 800x600 or 1024x768, where memory pressure is minimal. At higher resolutions, the bandwidth may become a bottleneck, and the 128 MB frame buffer could limit texture detail settings.
The DirectX 8.1 support restricts the card to games and applications from that era, making it a candidate for retro computing or legacy system builds where modern API requirements are irrelevant. The single-slot design and PCI bus interface mean it can be installed in older motherboards that lack AGP slots, expanding its usability in vintage systems. The 50th percentile ranking, however, indicates that it is not a performance-focused option; it is a baseline solution for basic graphical output. Users seeking to play contemporary (for its time) 3D titles at medium settings on a modest resolution would find it adequate, but the data does not support recommendations for high-detail or high-resolution gaming.
Power and Cooling
The Radeon 9200 PCI has a thermal design power (TDP) of 28 W, which is modest by any standard. This low power draw means that the card does not require any external power connectors; the data explicitly lists "None" for power connectors. The suggested power supply is 200 W, which is a conservative figure that accounts for the rest of the system’s components. The card is a single-slot design, indicating that it occupies only one expansion slot and uses a standard low-profile or full-height bracket without additional cooling apparatus beyond a basic heatsink and fan.
The 28 W TDP is a direct consequence of the 150 nm process and the modest clock speeds. This low power envelope makes the card suitable for systems with small power supplies or those with limited cooling airflow. The absence of power connectors simplifies installation, as no additional cabling is required. The single-slot form factor also ensures compatibility with most chassis, but the PCI bus interface limits the card to older motherboards. The data shows that the card’s thermal and power requirements are minimal, making it an easy addition to a legacy system without concerns about overloading the power supply or generating excessive heat.
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