GeForce MX230 vs Iris Plus Graphics 950

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce MX230

10

1,826

+2.1%

Iris Plus Graphics 950

15

1,789

0.0%

UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

Iris Graphics 6100

Iris Pro Graphics 5200

Iris Plus Graphics 640

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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. The GeForce MX230 is positioned at rank #338 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 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

HD Graphics 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

#351

Radeon R9 M295X Mac Edition

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

91%

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 MX230 is significantly newer (2019 vs 0). The GeForce MX230 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 950 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 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 950.

Insight	GeForce MX230	Iris Plus Graphics 950
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce MX230 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.

GeForce MX230 Benchmark Check

Iris Plus Graphics 950 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX230 and Iris Plus Graphics 950

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.

Iris Plus Graphics 950

The Iris Plus Graphics 950 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in sem dados. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 400 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,789 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX230 scores 1,826 and the Iris Plus Graphics 950 reaches 1,789 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX230 is built on Pascal while the Iris Plus Graphics 950 uses Generation 11.0, both on 14 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce MX230) vs 512 (Iris Plus Graphics 950). Raw compute: 0.81 TFLOPS (GeForce MX230) vs 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 950). Boost clocks: 1582 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Iris Plus Graphics 950
G3D Mark Score	1,826+2%	1,789
Architecture	Pascal	Generation 11.0
Process Node	14 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	256	512+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.81 TFLOPS	1.024 TFLOPS+26%
Boost Clock	1582 MHz+58%	1000 MHz
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	16	32+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX230	Iris Plus Graphics 950
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 Iris Plus Graphics 950 has 0 MB. The GeForce MX230 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Iris Plus Graphics 950
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	48 GB/s	System
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX230 draws 10W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 950's 15W — a 40% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX230) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 950). Power connectors: Mobile vs Integrated.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Iris Plus Graphics 950
TDP	10W-33%	15W
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	Mobile	Integrated
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	182.6+53%	119.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX230 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Iris Plus Graphics 950 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics 950 costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.2 (GeForce MX230) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 950) — the Iris Plus Graphics 950 offers Infinity% better value.