GeForce MX230 vs Radeon R6 M340DX

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

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

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 Radeon R6 M340DX 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 1.4% 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 Radeon R6 M340DX.

Insight	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R6 M340DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $150 for the GeForce MX230, it costs 93% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1378.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1378.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($10)

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

Radeon R6 M340DX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX230 and Radeon R6 M340DX

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.

Radeon R6 M340DX

The Radeon R6 M340DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 12 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 955 MHz to 1030 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,800 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX230 scores 1,826 and the Radeon R6 M340DX reaches 1,800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX230 is built on Pascal while the Radeon R6 M340DX uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce MX230) vs 384 (Radeon R6 M340DX). Raw compute: 0.81 TFLOPS (GeForce MX230) vs 0.791 TFLOPS (Radeon R6 M340DX). Boost clocks: 1582 MHz vs 1030 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
G3D Mark Score	1,826+1%	1,800
Architecture	Pascal	GCN 1.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	256	384+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.81 TFLOPS+2%	0.791 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1582 MHz+54%	1030 MHz
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	16	24+50%
L1 Cache	96 KB	96 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce MX230 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R6 M340DX has 512 MB. The GeForce MX230 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce MX230) vs 256 KB (Radeon R6 M340DX) — the GeForce MX230 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+300%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX230 draws 10W versus the Radeon R6 M340DX's 30W — a 100% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX230) vs 350W (Radeon R6 M340DX). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce MX230	Radeon R6 M340DX
TDP	10W-67%	30W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	182.6+204%	60.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX230 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon R6 M340DX launched at $0 and now averages $10. The Radeon R6 M340DX costs 93.3% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.2 (GeForce MX230) vs 180.0 (Radeon R6 M340DX) — the Radeon R6 M340DX offers 1375.4% better value. The GeForce MX230 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).