GeForce MX150 vs GeForce GTX 460

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. The GeForce MX150 is positioned at rank #304 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce MX150

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

100%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

93%

#294

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

723%

#296

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

656%

#297

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

654%

#301

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

595%

#302

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

591%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

100%

#307

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

99%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

98%

#309

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

98%

#312

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

95%

#314

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

94%

#315

GeForce MX110

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX150 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The GeForce MX150 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce MX150 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $60), it costs 58% less, resulting in a 142.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+142.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($25)

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 MX150 and GeForce GTX 460

GeForce MX150

The GeForce MX150 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,252 points.

GeForce GTX 460

The GeForce GTX 460 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,275 points. Launch price was $229.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX150 scores 2,252 and the GeForce GTX 460 reaches 2,275 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX150 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 460 uses Fermi, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX150) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 460). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX150) vs 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460).

Feature	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
G3D Mark Score	2,252	2,275+1%
Architecture	Pascal	Fermi
Process Node	14 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	384+14%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7972 TFLOPS	0.9072 TFLOPS+14%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	24	56+133%
L1 Cache	144 KB	448 KB+211%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce MX150 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 has 768 MB. The GeForce MX150 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+167%	0.75 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	48 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9,VC-1 (GeForce MX150) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 460).

Feature	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
Encoder	No	—
Decoder	NVDEC (Pascal)	—
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9,VC-1	H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX150 draws 10W versus the GeForce GTX 460's 160W — a 176.5% difference. The GeForce MX150 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX150) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460). Power connectors: Mobile vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce MX150	GeForce GTX 460
TDP	10W-94%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	Mobile	2x 6-pin
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	225.2+1486%	14.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX150 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 460 launched at $199 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 460 costs 58.3% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.5 (GeForce MX150) vs 91.0 (GeForce GTX 460) — the GeForce GTX 460 offers 142.7% better value. The GeForce MX150 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).