GeForce4 MX 420 vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 GeForce4 MX 420 is positioned at rank #747 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 GeForce4 MX 420

#737

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

217140%

#739

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

196840%

#740

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

196320%

#744

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

178520%

#745

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

177300%

#747

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

100%

#748

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

80%

#749

RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

80%

#750

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

60%

#751

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

60%

#752

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

60%

#753

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

60%

#754

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

40%

#755

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

20%

#756

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

20%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce4 MX 420 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce4 MX 420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 201180% 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 GeForce4 MX 420.

Insight	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-201180%)	✅Leading raw performance (+201180%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+9423.8%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 33446.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce4 MX 420.

Insight	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+33446.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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.

GeForce4 MX 420 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce4 MX 420 and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce4 MX 420

The GeForce4 MX 420 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.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 MX 420 scores 5 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 201180%. The GeForce4 MX 420 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	5	10,064+201180%
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	896	2560+186%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+175%
Boost Clock	1575 MHz	1733 MHz+10%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	160+150%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce4 MX 420 comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 9423.8% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.063 GB	6 GB+9424%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	7.0	12+71%
OpenGL	1.5	4.5+200%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce4 MX 420) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	MPEG-2 Decoder	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce4 MX 420 draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 151.2% difference. The GeForce4 MX 420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	25W-86%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	100mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	60°C	—
Perf/Watt	0.2	55.9+27850%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce4 MX 420 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce4 MX 420 costs 83.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (GeForce4 MX 420) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 33440% better value. The GeForce4 MX 420 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).

Feature	GeForce4 MX 420	GeForce GTX 1060
MSRP	$99-60%	$249
Avg Price (30d)	$10-83%	$60
Performance per Dollar	0.5	167.7+33440%
Codename	N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1	GP104
Release	August 1 2020	May 27 2016
Ranking	#523	#137