GeForce2 MX vs GeForce2 MX/MX 400

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 GeForce2 MX is positioned at rank 754 and the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is on rank 750, so the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 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 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 GeForce2 MX/MX 400

#740

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

361900%

#742

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

328067%

#743

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

327200%

#747

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

297533%

#748

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

295500%

#750

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

100%

#751

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

100%

#752

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

100%

#753

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

100%

#754

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

67%

#755

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

33%

#756

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

33%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33.3% higher G3D Mark score and 693.7% more VRAM (512 MB 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	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-33.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+33.3%)
Longevity	Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+693.7%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $49 for the GeForce2 MX, it costs 69% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 335.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+335.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅More affordable ($15)

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

GeForce2 MX/MX 400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce2 MX and GeForce2 MX/MX 400

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.

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 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: 4 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce2 MX scores 3 versus the GeForce2 MX/MX 400's 4 — the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 leads by 33.3%. The GeForce2 MX is built on Ampere while the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce2 MX) vs 896 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400). Raw compute: 4.731 TFLOPS (GeForce2 MX) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce2 MX/MX 400). Boost clocks: 1155 MHz vs 1575 MHz.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
G3D Mark Score	3	4+33%
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2048+129%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.731 TFLOPS+47%	3.226 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1155 MHz	1575 MHz+36%
ROPs	40+25%	32
TMUs	64	64

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
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)

The GeForce2 MX comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 has 512 MB. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 offers 693.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
VRAM Capacity	0.063 GB	0.5 GB+694%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce2 MX) vs 7.0 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400). OpenGL: 1.2 vs 1.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
DirectX	7.0	7.0
OpenGL	1.2	1.2
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce2 MX) vs None (GeForce2 MX/MX 400). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs MPEG-2 Decoder. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce2 MX) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400).

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
Encoder	None	None
Decoder	MPEG-2 Decoder	MPEG-2 Decoder
Codecs	MPEG-2	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce2 MX draws 25W versus the GeForce2 MX/MX 400's 25W — a 0% difference. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce2 MX) vs 350W (GeForce2 MX/MX 400). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 55°C.

Feature	GeForce2 MX	GeForce2 MX/MX 400
TDP	25W	25W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	160mm	—
Height	111mm	100mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	60°C	55°C-8%
Perf/Watt	0.1	0.2+100%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce2 MX launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 launched at $129 and now averages $15. The GeForce2 MX/MX 400 costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce2 MX) vs 0.3 (GeForce2 MX/MX 400) — the GeForce2 MX/MX 400 offers 200% better value. The GeForce2 MX is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).