GRID M60-1B vs GeForce MX150
GRID M60-1B
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID M60-1B is positioned at rank 357 and the GeForce MX150 is on rank 304, so the GeForce MX150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-1B
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX150
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M60-1B is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX150.
| Insight | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce MX150 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce MX150 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $120), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 99.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+99.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-1B and GeForce MX150
GRID M60-1B
The GRID M60-1B is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,256 points.
GeForce MX150
The GeForce MX150 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,252 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M60-1B scores 2,256 and the GeForce MX150 reaches 2,252 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-1B is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce MX150 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-1B) vs 384 (GeForce MX150). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-1B) vs 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX150). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,256 | 2,252 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+433% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+505% | 0.7972 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+13% | 1038 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+433% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+433% | 144 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-1B) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce MX150) — the GRID M60-1B has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M60-1B) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce MX150). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M60-1B draws 225W versus the GeForce MX150's 10W — a 183% difference. The GeForce MX150 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-1B) vs 350W (GeForce MX150). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 10W-96% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 10.0 | 225.2+2152% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M60-1B launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce MX150 launched at $150 and now averages $60. The GeForce MX150 costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.8 (GRID M60-1B) vs 37.5 (GeForce MX150) — the GeForce MX150 offers 99.5% better value. The GeForce MX150 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M60-1B | GeForce MX150 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $150-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $60-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.8 | 37.5+99% |
| Codename | GM204 | GP108 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 17 2017 |
| Ranking | #525 | #657 |
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