GeForce4 MX 440 vs GeForce RTX 4060
GeForce4 MX 440
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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce4 MX 440
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 390860% 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 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-390860%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+390860%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| 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 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 63970.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce4 MX 440.
| Insight | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+63970.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($49) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) |
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 GeForce4 MX 440 and GeForce RTX 4060
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 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce4 MX 440 scores 5 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 390860%. The GeForce4 MX 440 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 1575 MHz vs 2460 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5 | 19,548+390860% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 3072+243% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS+368% |
| Boost Clock | 1575 MHz | 2460 MHz+56% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 64 | 96+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce4 MX 440 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce4 MX 440 comes with 65 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 12598.4% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.063 GB | 8 GB+12598% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 7.0 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 7.0 | 12 Ultimate+71% |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce4 MX 440) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: MPEG-2 Decoder vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | MPEG-2 Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce4 MX 440 draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 128.6% difference. The GeForce4 MX 440 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 165mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 73°C.
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-78% | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 165mm | 240mm |
| Height | 100mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C-18% | 73°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 170.0+84900% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce4 MX 440 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce4 MX 440 costs 83.6% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (GeForce4 MX 440) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 65300% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce4 MX 440 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-50% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-84% | $299 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.1 | 65.4+65300% |
| Codename | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 | AD107 |
| Release | August 1 2020 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #523 | #84 |
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