GeForce MX250 vs GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce MX250
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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 MX250 is positioned at rank #291 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX250
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 833.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX250.
| Insight | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-833.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+833.6%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 600.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce MX250.
| Insight | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+600.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) |
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 MX250 and GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce MX250
The GeForce MX250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. 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: 2,375 points.
GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce MX250 scores 2,375 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 833.6%. The GeForce MX250 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 14 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX250) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX250) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,375 | 22,172+834% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 5888+1433% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7972 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+2448% |
| Boost Clock | 1038 MHz | 1725 MHz+66% |
| ROPs | 16 | 96+500% |
| TMUs | 24 | 184+667% |
| L1 Cache | 0.14 MB | 5.8 MB+4043% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce MX250 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 48 GB/s (GeForce MX250) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 833.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3070. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce MX250) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 48 GB/s | 448 GB/s+833% |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce MX250) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.4+17% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce MX250) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce MX250) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 3rd Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX250 draws 10W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 182.6% difference. The GeForce MX250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX250) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-95% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 242mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 237.5+136% | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX250 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce MX250 costs 25% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.8 (GeForce MX250) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 601.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce MX250 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-70% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-25% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.8 | 110.9+602% |
| Codename | GP108B | GA104 |
| Release | February 20 2019 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #643 | #63 |
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