GeForce GTX 580M SLI vs GeForce MX230
GeForce GTX 580M SLI
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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.
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. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is positioned at rank 229 and the GeForce MX230 is on rank 338, so the GeForce GTX 580M SLI offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 580M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX230
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX230 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). 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 580M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce MX230 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 580M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce MX230 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 580M SLI and GeForce MX230
GeForce GTX 580M SLI
The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 620 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,771 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 580M SLI scores 1,771 and the GeForce MX230 reaches 1,826 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce MX230 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs 256 (GeForce MX230).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,771 | 1,826+3% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Pascal |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+200% | 256 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 580M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX230 has 2 GB. The GeForce MX230 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 48 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 580M SLI draws 100W versus the GeForce MX230's 10W — a 163.6% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs 350W (GeForce MX230). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 10W-90% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Mobile |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 17.7 | 182.6+932% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX230 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580M SLI | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $150 |
| Codename | N12E-GTX2 | GP108 |
| Release | January 6 2011 | February 21 2019 |
| Ranking | #509 | #708 |
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