GeForce MX330 vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 MX330 is positioned at rank #293 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 MX330

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

99%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

96%

#283

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

693%

#285

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

628%

#286

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

626%

#290

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

570%

#291

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

566%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

100%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

98%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

96%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

96%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

96%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

96%

#307

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

95%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

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 MX330 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX330 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 328.3% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX330.

Insight	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-328.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+328.3%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $100 for the GeForce MX330, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 613.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+613.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($60)

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 MX330 and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce MX330

The GeForce MX330 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 10 2020. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1531 MHz to 1594 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,350 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce MX330 scores 2,350 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 328.3%. The GeForce MX330 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX330) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.224 TFLOPS (GeForce MX330) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1594 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	2,350	10,064+328%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	14 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.224 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+625%
Boost Clock	1594 MHz	1733 MHz+9%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	24	160+567%
L1 Cache	144 KB	960 KB+567%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
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 MX330 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 48 GB/s (GeForce MX330) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 300% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1060. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce MX330) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	48 GB/s	192 GB/s+300%
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce MX330) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Pascal (GeForce MX330) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP8 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce MX330) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	Pascal	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP8	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX330 draws 10W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 178.9% difference. The GeForce MX330 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX330) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce MX330	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	10W-94%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Mobile	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Perf/Watt	235.0+320%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX330 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 40% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.5 (GeForce MX330) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 613.6% better value. The GeForce MX330 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).