GeForce4 MX 440 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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 440 is positioned at rank #750 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 440

#739

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

361900%

#741

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

328067%

#742

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

327200%

#746

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

297533%

#747

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

295500%

#749

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

100%

#750

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

100%

#751

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

100%

#752

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

100%

#753

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

67%

#754

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

33%

#755

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

33%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 406140% higher G3D Mark score and 12598.4% more VRAM (8 GB 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	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-406140%)	✅Leading raw performance (+406140%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 70992% better value per dollar than the GeForce4 MX 440.

Insight	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+70992%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)

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 440 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce4 MX 440 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 MX 440 scores 5 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 406140%. The GeForce4 MX 440 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score	5	20,312+406140%
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	896	4864+443%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS	16.2 TFLOPS+402%
Boost Clock	1575 MHz	1665 MHz+6%
ROPs	32	80+150%
TMUs	64	152+138%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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 GeForce4 MX 440 comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 12598.4% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity	0.063 GB	8 GB+12598%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
DirectX	7.0	12 Ultimate (12_2)+71%
OpenGL	1.5	4.6+207%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce4 MX 440) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Encoder	None	NVENC (Ampere)
Decoder	MPEG-2 Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)
Codecs	MPEG-2	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce4 MX 440 draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 155.6% difference. The GeForce4 MX 440 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 165mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP	25W-88%	200W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	165mm	242mm
Height	100mm	112mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	60°C-20%	75
Perf/Watt	0.2	101.6+50700%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce4 MX 440 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce4 MX 440 costs 82.5% less ($231 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 72400% better value.

Feature	GeForce4 MX 440	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP	$149-63%	$399
Avg Price (30d)	$49-83%	$280
Performance per Dollar	0.1	72.5+72400%
Codename	N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1	GA104
Release	August 1 2020	December 1 2020
Ranking	#523	#73