GeForce2 MX vs GeForce RTX 2060

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 GeForce2 MX is positioned at rank #754 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 GeForce2 MX

#744

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

542850%

#746

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

492100%

#747

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

490800%

#751

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

446300%

#752

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

443250%

#754

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

100%

#755

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

50%

#756

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

50%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 470366.7% higher G3D Mark score and 9423.8% more VRAM (6 GB vs 65 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce2 MX.

Insight	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-470366.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+470366.7%)
Longevity	Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 192007.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce2 MX.

Insight	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+192007.2%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

GeForce2 MX Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce2 MX and GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce2 MX

The GeForce2 MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in Maio 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 832 MHz to 1155 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce2 MX scores 3 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 470366.7%. The GeForce2 MX is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce2 MX) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 4.731 TFLOPS (GeForce2 MX) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1155 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (GeForce2 MX) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 64 Tensor cores vs 240.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	3	14,114+470367%
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2048+7%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.731 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+36%
Boost Clock	1155 MHz	1680 MHz+45%
ROPs	40	48+20%
TMUs	64	120+88%
L1 Cache	2 MB+5%	1.9 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	16	30+88%
Tensor Cores	64	240+275%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce2 MX comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 9423.8% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce2 MX) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.063 GB	6 GB+9424%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce2 MX) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 1.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	7.0	12 Ultimate (12_2)+71%
OpenGL	1.2	4.6+283%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce2 MX) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce2 MX) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	MPEG-2 Decoder	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	MPEG-2	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce2 MX draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 145.9% difference. The GeForce2 MX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce2 MX) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 72.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	25W-84%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	160mm	229mm
Height	111mm	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	60°C-17%	72
Perf/Watt	0.1	88.2+88100%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce2 MX launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce2 MX costs 59.2% less ($71 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce2 MX) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 117500% better value. The GeForce2 MX is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).