GeForce MX450 vs GeForce GTX 880M
GeForce MX450
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce MX450 is positioned at rank 307 and the GeForce GTX 880M is on rank 116, so the GeForce GTX 880M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX450
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 880M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX450 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2014). The GeForce MX450 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 880M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 880M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% 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 MX450.
| Insight | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 880M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $200 for the GeForce MX450, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 37.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+37.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 MX450 and GeForce GTX 880M
GeForce MX450
The GeForce MX450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 1 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1575 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,720 points.
GeForce GTX 880M
The GeForce GTX 880M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,826 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX450 scores 3,720 and the GeForce GTX 880M reaches 3,826 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX450 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 880M uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce MX450) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 880M). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce MX450) vs 3.05 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 880M). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 993 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,720 | 3,826+3% |
| Architecture | Turing | Kepler |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 1536+71% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS+6% | 3.05 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1575 MHz+59% | 993 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce MX450 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 880M has 8 GB. The GeForce GTX 880M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 80 GB/s (GeForce MX450) vs 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 880M) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce GTX 880M. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 80 GB/s | 160 GB/s+100% |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX450 draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 880M's 122W — a 132% difference. The GeForce MX450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX450) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 880M). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-80% | 122W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 148.8+374% | 31.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 880M costs 25% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.6 (GeForce MX450) vs 25.5 (GeForce GTX 880M) — the GeForce GTX 880M offers 37.1% better value. The GeForce MX450 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GeForce GTX 880M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $150-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.6 | 25.5+37% |
| Codename | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 | GK104 |
| Release | August 1 2020 | March 12 2014 |
| Ranking | #523 | #514 |
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