GeForce MX450 vs GRID T4-2Q
GeForce MX450
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GRID T4-2Q
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 GRID T4-2Q is on rank 231, so the GRID T4-2Q 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 GRID T4-2Q
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 T4-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce MX450 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID T4-2Q.
| Insight | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| 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 | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce MX450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $600 for the GRID T4-2Q, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 204.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+204.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($200) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) |
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 GRID T4-2Q
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 T4-2Q
The GRID T4-2Q 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: 3,668 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX450 scores 3,720 and the GRID T4-2Q reaches 3,668 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX450 is built on Turing while the GRID T4-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce MX450) vs 2,048 (GRID T4-2Q). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce MX450) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-2Q). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,720+1% | 3,668 |
| 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% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX450 draws 25W versus the GRID T4-2Q's 225W — a 160% difference. The GeForce MX450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX450) vs 350W (GRID T4-2Q). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-89% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70 |
| Perf/Watt | 148.8+813% | 16.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX450 launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GRID T4-2Q launched at $845 and now averages $600. The GeForce MX450 costs 66.7% less ($400 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.6 (GeForce MX450) vs 6.1 (GRID T4-2Q) — the GeForce MX450 offers 204.9% better value. The GeForce MX450 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce MX450 | GRID T4-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-70% | $845 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-67% | $600 |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.6+205% | 6.1 |
| Codename | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 | GM204 |
| Release | August 1 2020 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #523 | #433 |
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