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CMP 40HX
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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 CMP 40HX is positioned at rank #119 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 CMP 40HX
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 61.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the CMP 40HX.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-61.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+61.3%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $120), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 61.3% better value per dollar than the CMP 40HX.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+61.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of CMP 40HX and GeForce RTX 2060
CMP 40HX
The CMP 40HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,749 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the CMP 40HX scores 8,749 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 61.3%. The CMP 40HX is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (CMP 40HX) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 7.603 TFLOPS (CMP 40HX) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (CMP 40HX) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 288 Tensor cores vs 240.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,749 | 14,114+61% |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304+20% | 1920 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.603 TFLOPS+18% | 6.451 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 1680 MHz+2% |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 144+20% | 120 |
| L1 Cache | 2.3 MB+21% | 1.9 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 36+20% | 30 |
| Tensor Cores | 288+20% | 240 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The CMP 40HX comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (CMP 40HX) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the CMP 40HX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 6 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (CMP 40HX) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (CMP 40HX) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Turing).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | No | NVDEC (Turing) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The CMP 40HX draws 185W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 14.5% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (CMP 40HX) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 72.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 185W | 160W-14% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 113mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 72-10% |
| Perf/Watt | 47.3 | 88.2+86% |
Value Analysis
The CMP 40HX launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.9 (CMP 40HX) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 61.3% better value. The CMP 40HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $349-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.9 | 117.6+61% |
| Codename | TU106 | TU106 |
| Release | February 25 2021 | January 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #302 | #168 |
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