GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce MX130
GeForce RTX 4060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX130
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 better than GeForce MX130?
Comparing the GeForce MX130 to the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB highlights the monumental gap between entry-level mobile graphics and a high-performance modern desktop GPU. The GeForce MX130 is a 2017 mobile GPU designed for basic multimedia in thin laptops, while the RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is a 2023 desktop card focusing on modern efficiency and high VRAM capacity.\n\nThe performance distance is enormous. The RTX 4060 Ti 16GB offers roughly 15-20 times more compute power and includes entire generations of technological features, including dedicated Ray Tracing hardware and AI upscaling (DLSS 3). Its massive 16GB memory buffer ensures it can handle high-resolution textures that would easily overwhelm the legacy 2GB mobile chip. The transition from legacy budget mobile hardware to the modern desktop represents a revolutionary leap in speed and fidelity.\n\nUltimately, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the definitive choice for any modern user. The GeForce MX130 remains a piece of mobile history for basic multimedia PCs of its era, but for today's standards, it is completely outmatched by several generations of progress. Transitioning to an RTX 40-series card provides a night-and-day difference in resolution, system responsiveness, and visual quality.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The GeForce RTX 4060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce MX130 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 983% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX130.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+983%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-983%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 81.1% better value per dollar than the GeForce MX130.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+81.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce MX130
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.
GeForce MX130
The GeForce MX130 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1122 MHz to 1242 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,805 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce MX130's 1,805 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 983%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce MX130 uses Maxwell, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 384 (GeForce MX130). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 0.9539 TFLOPS (GeForce MX130). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1242 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+983% | 1,805 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+700% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+1484% | 0.9539 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+98% | 1242 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+500% | 8 |
| TMUs | 96+300% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+1479% | 0.19 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+2300% | 1 MB |
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 GeForce MX130 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce MX130 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX130 has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 40 GB/s (GeForce MX130) — a 580% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1 MB (GeForce MX130) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+1500% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s+580% | 40 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+2300% | 1 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce MX130's 30W — a 117.2% difference. The GeForce MX130 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 350W (GeForce MX130). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 30W-74% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 240mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+182% | 60.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce MX130 launched at $120 and now averages $50. The GeForce MX130 costs 83.3% less ($249 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 36.1 (GeForce MX130) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 81.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce MX130 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $120-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $50-83% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+81% | 36.1 |
| Codename | AD107 | GM108 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | November 17 2017 |
| Ranking | #84 | #713 |
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