
GeForce MX130 vs FirePro M6000

GeForce MX130
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FirePro M6000
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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 MX130 is positioned at rank 301 and the FirePro M6000 is on rank 193, so the FirePro M6000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX130
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M6000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro M6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% 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 MX130.
| Insight | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| 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 (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro M6000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M6000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+0.8%) |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX130 and FirePro M6000

GeForce MX130
The GeForce MX130 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1122 MHz to 1242 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,805 points.

FirePro M6000
The FirePro M6000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 1 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 43W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,820 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX130 scores 1,805 and the FirePro M6000 reaches 1,820 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX130 is built on Maxwell while the FirePro M6000 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX130) vs 640 (FirePro M6000). Raw compute: 0.9539 TFLOPS (GeForce MX130) vs 1.024 TFLOPS (FirePro M6000).
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,805 | 1,820 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 640+67% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9539 TFLOPS | 1.024 TFLOPS+7% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 40+67% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB+20% | 160 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 MX130 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M6000 has 2 GB. The FirePro M6000 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce MX130) vs 0.25 MB (FirePro M6000) — the GeForce MX130 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX130 draws 30W versus the FirePro M6000's 43W — a 35.6% difference. The GeForce MX130 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX130) vs 350W (FirePro M6000). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-30% | 43W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 60.2+42% | 42.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX130 launched at $120 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the FirePro M6000 launched at $300 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.1 (GeForce MX130) vs 36.4 (FirePro M6000) — the FirePro M6000 offers 0.8% better value. The GeForce MX130 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | FirePro M6000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120-60% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.1 | 36.4 |
| Codename | GM108 | Heathrow |
| Release | November 17 2017 | July 1 2012 |
| Ranking | #713 | #710 |
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