GeForce MX450 vs GRID M60-4Q

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 GRID M60-4Q is on rank 318, so the GeForce MX450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 MX450

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

94%

#297

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

730%

#299

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

661%

#300

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

660%

#304

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

600%

#305

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

596%

#307

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

100%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

99%

#309

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

99%

#312

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

96%

#314

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

95%

#315

GeForce MX110

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

95%

#320

GeForce 940A

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-4Q

#303

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9656%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

100%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

99%

#320

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

99%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

99%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

97%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

93%

#324

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

93%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

91%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

90%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

90%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

90%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

87%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

85%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

84%

#333

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX450 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX450 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M60-4Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M60-4Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX450.

Insight	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M60-4Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $200 for the GeForce MX450, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 71.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+71.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)	✅More affordable ($120)

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 MX450 and GRID M60-4Q

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.

GRID M60-4Q

The GRID M60-4Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,831 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX450 scores 3,720 and the GRID M60-4Q reaches 3,831 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX450 is built on Turing while the GRID M60-4Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce MX450) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-4Q). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce MX450) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-4Q). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
G3D Mark Score	3,720	3,831+3%
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	2048+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+50%
Boost Clock	1575 MHz+34%	1178 MHz
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	128+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX450 draws 25W versus the GRID M60-4Q's 225W — a 160% difference. The GeForce MX450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX450) vs 350W (GRID M60-4Q). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
TDP	25W-89%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	148.8+775%	17.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX450 launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GRID M60-4Q launched at $2500 and now averages $120. The GRID M60-4Q costs 40% less ($80 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.6 (GeForce MX450) vs 31.9 (GRID M60-4Q) — the GRID M60-4Q offers 71.5% better value. The GeForce MX450 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).

Feature	GeForce MX450	GRID M60-4Q
MSRP	$250-90%	$2500
Avg Price (30d)	$200	$120-40%
Performance per Dollar	18.6	31.9+72%
Codename	N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1	GM204
Release	August 1 2020	August 30 2015
Ranking	#523	#433