GeForce MX230 vs GeForce MX130

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 MX230 is positioned at rank 338 and the GeForce MX130 is on rank 301, so the GeForce MX130 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 MX230

#328

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

892%

#330

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

809%

#331

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

807%

#335

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

733%

#336

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

728%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#340

RADEON HD6410D

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

99%

#341

GeForce 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

99%

#342

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

98%

#344

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

96%

#348

GeForce MX350

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

93%

#349

GeForce 840A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

92%

#350

Radeon R9 M295X Mac Edition

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

91%

#351

HD Graphics 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX130

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

100%

#291

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

722%

#293

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

654%

#294

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

653%

#298

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

593%

#299

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

589%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

100%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

100%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

100%

#305

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 Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX230 uses modern memory architecture. 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 MX130 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 1.2% 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 MX230	GeForce MX130
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce MX130 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $150 for the GeForce MX230, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 196.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX230	GeForce MX130
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+196.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

GeForce MX230 Benchmark Check

GeForce MX130 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX230 and GeForce MX130

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.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX230 scores 1,826 and the GeForce MX130 reaches 1,805 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX230 is built on Pascal while the GeForce MX130 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce MX230) vs 384 (GeForce MX130). Raw compute: 0.81 TFLOPS (GeForce MX230) vs 0.9539 TFLOPS (GeForce MX130). Boost clocks: 1582 MHz vs 1242 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX230	GeForce MX130
G3D Mark Score	1,826+1%	1,805
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	256	384+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.81 TFLOPS	0.9539 TFLOPS+18%
Boost Clock	1582 MHz+27%	1242 MHz
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	16	24+50%
L1 Cache	96 KB	192 KB+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX230	GeForce MX130
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce MX230 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX130 has 512 MB. The GeForce MX230 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 48 GB/s (GeForce MX230) vs 40 GB/s (GeForce MX130) — a 20% advantage for the GeForce MX230. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce MX230) vs 1 MB (GeForce MX130) — the GeForce MX130 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce MX230	GeForce MX130
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+300%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	48 GB/s+20%	40 GB/s
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX230 draws 10W versus the GeForce MX130's 30W — a 100% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX230) vs 350W (GeForce MX130). Power connectors: Mobile vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce MX230	GeForce MX130
TDP	10W-67%	30W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	Mobile
Perf/Watt	182.6+203%	60.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX230 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce MX130 launched at $120 and now averages $50. The GeForce MX130 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.2 (GeForce MX230) vs 36.1 (GeForce MX130) — the GeForce MX130 offers 195.9% better value. The GeForce MX230 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).