GeForce GTX 460 vs GeForce MX330

GeForce GTX 460

2010Core: 675 MHz

GeForce MX330

2020Core: 1531 MHzBoost: 1594 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 460

160

2,275

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 A Laptop GPU

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce MX330

2,350

+3.3%

GeForce GTX 280

GeForce GTX 550 Ti

GeForce MX230

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2060 (Mobile)

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX330

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

99%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

96%

#283

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

693%

#285

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

628%

#286

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

626%

#290

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

570%

#291

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

566%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

100%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

98%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

96%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

96%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

96%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

96%

#307

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

95%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX330 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The GeForce MX330 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce MX330 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (2 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $100 for the GeForce MX330, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 287.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+287.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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.

GeForce GTX 460 Benchmark Check

GeForce MX330 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 and GeForce MX330

GeForce GTX 460

The GeForce GTX 460 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,275 points. Launch price was $229.

GeForce MX330

The GeForce MX330 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 10 2020. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1531 MHz to 1594 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,350 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 scores 2,275 and the GeForce MX330 reaches 2,350 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 is built on Fermi while the GeForce MX330 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 384 (GeForce MX330). Raw compute: 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460) vs 1.224 TFLOPS (GeForce MX330).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
G3D Mark Score	2,275	2,350+3%
Architecture	Fermi	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	336	384+14%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.9072 TFLOPS	1.224 TFLOPS+35%
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+133%	24
L1 Cache	448 KB+211%	144 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460 comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX330 has 2 GB. The GeForce MX330 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
VRAM Capacity	0.75 GB	2 GB+167%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	48 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 460) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce MX330).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
Encoder	—	Pascal
Decoder	—	PureVideo HD VP8
Codecs	H.264	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 draws 160W versus the GeForce MX330's 10W — a 176.5% difference. The GeForce MX330 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460) vs 350W (GeForce MX330). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce MX330
TDP	160W	10W-94%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	Mobile
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	14.2	235.0+1555%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 460 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce MX330 launched at $150 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 460 costs 75% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.0 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 23.5 (GeForce MX330) — the GeForce GTX 460 offers 287.2% better value. The GeForce MX330 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).