GeForce GTX 560 SE vs GeForce MX230

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 MX230

#328

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

892%

#330

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

809%

#331

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

807%

#335

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

733%

#336

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

728%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#340

RADEON HD6410D

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

99%

#341

GeForce 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

99%

#342

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

98%

#344

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

96%

#348

GeForce MX350

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

93%

#349

GeForce 840A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

92%

#350

HD Graphics 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

#351

Radeon R9 M295X Mac Edition

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX230 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce MX230 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 560 SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 560 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce MX230 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce MX230.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
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 GeForce GTX 560 SE and GeForce MX230

GeForce GTX 560 SE

The GeForce GTX 560 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 736 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,847 points. Launch price was $89.99.

GeForce MX230

The GeForce MX230 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1519 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,826 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 560 SE scores 1,847 and the GeForce MX230 reaches 1,826 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 SE is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce MX230 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 256 (GeForce MX230). Raw compute: 0.8479 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 0.81 TFLOPS (GeForce MX230).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
G3D Mark Score	1,847+1%	1,826
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	288+13%	256
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8479 TFLOPS+5%	0.81 TFLOPS
ROPs	24+50%	16
TMUs	48+200%	16
L1 Cache	384 KB+300%	96 KB
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
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 560 SE comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX230 has 2 GB. The GeForce MX230 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 512 KB (GeForce MX230) — the GeForce MX230 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	48 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560 SE draws 150W versus the GeForce MX230's 10W — a 175% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 350W (GeForce MX230). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560 SE	GeForce MX230
TDP	150W	10W-93%
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	Mobile
Length	210mm	—
Slots	2	—
Perf/Watt	12.3	182.6+1385%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 560 SE launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce MX230 launched at $150 and now averages $150. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.3 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 12.2 (GeForce MX230) — the GeForce GTX 560 SE offers 0.8% better value. The GeForce MX230 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).