GeForce MX130 vs GeForce GTX 580M SLI
GeForce MX130
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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 GeForce GTX 580M SLI is on rank 229, 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 MX130
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 580M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX130 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The GeForce MX130 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 MX130 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 580M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce MX130 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 MX130 and GeForce GTX 580M SLI
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX130 scores 1,805 and the GeForce GTX 580M SLI reaches 1,771 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX130 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 580M SLI uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX130) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 580M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,805+2% | 1,771 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 40 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX130 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 580M SLI's 100W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce MX130 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX130) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 580M SLI). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-70% | 100W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 60.2+240% | 17.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX130 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce MX130 | GeForce GTX 580M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | — |
| Codename | GM108 | N12E-GTX2 |
| Release | November 17 2017 | January 6 2011 |
| Ranking | #713 | #509 |
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