GeForce 930MX vs Radeon HD 7450M

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce 930MX and Radeon HD 7450M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce 930MX outperforms Radeon HD 7450M by ~1% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+1%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

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Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Equal catalog scores

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider GeForce 930MX

  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.0 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Radeon HD 7450M

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
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Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3030
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
5454
Memory capacity
4343
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 184–189of 411
GeForce 930MXnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Radeon HD 7450Mnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon HD 7450M

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
30
30
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
28
28
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
42
42

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
USB Type-C
DirectX
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Vulkan
Max resolution
Max monitors
Recommended PSU
Length
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Architecture
Memory type
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Interface
Power connector
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequency
Memory bus
Memory bandwidth
Transistor countBetter
Thickness
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Device class
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce 930MX and Radeon HD 7450M across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.

GeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
154 FPS
152 FPS
1080p Ultra
108 FPS
107 FPS
1440p Ultra
58 FPS
57 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
21 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2GeForce 930MX154 FPSRadeon HD 7450M152 FPSGeForce 930MX108 FPSRadeon HD 7450M107 FPSGeForce 930MX58 FPSRadeon HD 7450M57 FPSGeForce 930MX21 FPSRadeon HD 7450M21 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce 930MX99 FPSRadeon HD 7450M98 FPSGeForce 930MX85 FPSRadeon HD 7450M84 FPSGeForce 930MX42 FPSRadeon HD 7450M41 FPSGeForce 930MX14 FPSRadeon HD 7450M14 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce 930MX125 FPSRadeon HD 7450M123 FPSGeForce 930MX81 FPSRadeon HD 7450M80 FPSGeForce 930MX52 FPSRadeon HD 7450M51 FPSGeForce 930MX31 FPSRadeon HD 7450M30 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce 930MX81 FPSRadeon HD 7450M80 FPSGeForce 930MX68 FPSRadeon HD 7450M67 FPSGeForce 930MX38 FPSRadeon HD 7450M37 FPSGeForce 930MX14 FPSRadeon HD 7450M14 FPS
Average FPSGeForce 930MX115 FPSRadeon HD 7450M113 FPSGeForce 930MX86 FPSRadeon HD 7450M85 FPSGeForce 930MX48 FPSRadeon HD 7450M47 FPSGeForce 930MX20 FPSRadeon HD 7450M20 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450MDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10030300%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10033316%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10034340%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10043430%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450MDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10036360%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10035350%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10034340%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10037370%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10034340%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
DirectX11.011.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.0OpenCL 1.2

Architecture and release

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
ArchitectureMaxwellGCN / TeraScale
Process node28 nmBetter40 nm
Release date20162012
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
Transistor count1020 millionBetter370 million
Die size77 mm²67 mm²Better
Shader units / cores384Better160
Base clock952 MHzBetter750 MHz
Boost clock1020 MHzBetter750 MHz

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x8PCIe 2.0 x16
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessMXM ModuleOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorNoneIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemOEM dependent

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsGeForce 930MXRadeon HD 7450M
VRAM2 GB DDR3Better1 GB DDR3
Memory typeGDDR5 / DDR3GDDR5 / DDR3
Memory bus64 bit64 bit
TFLOPS0.783Better0.24

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Device AGeForce 930MX42
Device BRadeon HD 7450M42
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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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Estimated / unverified results
32
Specifications
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Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: GeForce 930MX or Radeon HD 7450M?

GeForce 930MX has the higher overall gaming score, while GeForce 930MX offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GeForce 930MX is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

GeForce 930MX is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

GeForce 930MX offers more overall performance, while GeForce 930MX offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GeForce 930MX is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

GeForce 930MX is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

GeForce 930MX leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce 930MX can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

GeForce 930MX is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Radeon HD 7450M is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

Radeon HD 7450M is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to GeForce 930MX if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.