GeForce PCX 5300 vs GeForce4 MX 440
GeForce PCX 5300
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GeForce4 MX 440
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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 PCX 5300 is positioned at rank 376 and the GeForce4 MX 440 is on rank 750, so the GeForce PCX 5300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce PCX 5300
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 MX 440
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce PCX 5300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 20% higher G3D Mark score and 98.4% more VRAM (128 MB vs 65 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 MX 440.
| Insight | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+20%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-20%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+98.4%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce PCX 5300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $49 for the GeForce4 MX 440, it costs 69% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 292% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+292%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49) |
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 PCX 5300 and GeForce4 MX 440
GeForce PCX 5300
The GeForce PCX 5300 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $1,999.
GeForce4 MX 440
The GeForce4 MX 440 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: 5 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce PCX 5300 scores 6 versus the GeForce4 MX 440's 5 — the GeForce PCX 5300 leads by 20%. The GeForce PCX 5300 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce4 MX 440 uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 896 (GeForce4 MX 440). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 440). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 1575 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6+20% | 5 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+2329% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+3149% | 3.226 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz+53% | 1575 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+450% | 32 |
| TMUs | 680+963% | 64 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce PCX 5300 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce4 MX 440 has 65 MB. The GeForce PCX 5300 offers 98.4% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB+98% | 0.063 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 440). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a+29% | 7.0 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce PCX 5300) vs None (GeForce4 MX 440). Decoder: None vs MPEG-2 Decoder.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | None | MPEG-2 Decoder |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce PCX 5300 draws 575W versus the GeForce4 MX 440's 25W — a 183.3% difference. The GeForce4 MX 440 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 350W (GeForce4 MX 440). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 165mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 60°C.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 25W-96% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 165mm |
| Height | 100mm | 100mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 70 | 60°C-14% |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 0.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce PCX 5300 launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce4 MX 440 launched at $149 and now averages $49. The GeForce PCX 5300 costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 0.1 (GeForce4 MX 440) — the GeForce PCX 5300 offers 300% better value. The GeForce PCX 5300 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce4 MX 440 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60-60% | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-69% | $49 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.4+300% | 0.1 |
| Codename | GB202 | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | August 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #3 | #523 |
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