
GeForce MX110 vs FirePro M40003

GeForce MX110
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FirePro M40003
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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 MX110 is positioned at rank 315 and the FirePro M40003 is on rank 151, so the FirePro M40003 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX110
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M40003
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce MX110 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro M40003 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce MX110 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce MX110 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $72), it costs 44% less, resulting in a 86.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+86.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($72) |
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 MX110 and FirePro M40003

GeForce MX110
The GeForce MX110 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 978 MHz to 1006 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,415 points.

FirePro M40003
The FirePro M40003 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,364 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX110 scores 1,415 and the FirePro M40003 reaches 1,364 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX110 is built on Maxwell while the FirePro M40003 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 256 (GeForce MX110) vs 512 (FirePro M40003). Raw compute: 0.5151 TFLOPS (GeForce MX110) vs 0.6912 TFLOPS (FirePro M40003).
| Feature | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,415+4% | 1,364 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 512+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5151 TFLOPS | 0.6912 TFLOPS+34% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 16 | 32+100% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce MX110 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M40003 has 4 GB. The FirePro M40003 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce MX110) vs 0.25 MB (FirePro M40003) — the GeForce MX110 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX110 draws 30W versus the FirePro M40003's 33W — a 9.5% difference. The GeForce MX110 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX110) vs 350W (FirePro M40003). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-9% | 33W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 82mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 47.2+14% | 41.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX110 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro M40003 launched at $150 and now averages $72. The GeForce MX110 costs 44.4% less ($32 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.4 (GeForce MX110) vs 18.9 (FirePro M40003) — the GeForce MX110 offers 87.3% better value. The GeForce MX110 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce MX110 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-44% | $72 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4+87% | 18.9 |
| Codename | GM108S | Chelsea |
| Release | November 17 2017 | June 27 2012 |
| Ranking | #781 | #752 |
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