GeForce MX330 vs Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce MX330 and Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics outperforms GeForce MX330 by ~3% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+3%

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

H2HBench Data Quality

Low confidence
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 MX330

  • More graphics memory
  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 6.1 · NVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)

Reasons to consider Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
Low confidence

Catalog metrics radar

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

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3132
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
5455
Memory capacity
5650
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 119–124of 411
GeForce MX330not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphicsnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce MX330

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31
32Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
29
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
27Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43
43

Specifications

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

SpecificationGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Architecture
Memory type
Max resolution
Max monitors
Recommended PSU
Length
Compute API
Launch price
Die sizeBetter
Transistor count
Shader units / coresBetter
Interface
Power connector
Thickness
Memory cacheBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
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 MX330 and Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics 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 MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
157 FPS
160 FPS
1080p Ultra
110 FPS
113 FPS
1440p Ultra
59 FPS
61 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
22 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2GeForce MX330157 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics160 FPSGeForce MX330110 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics113 FPSGeForce MX33059 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics61 FPSGeForce MX33021 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics22 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce MX330101 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics103 FPSGeForce MX33087 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics89 FPSGeForce MX33043 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics44 FPSGeForce MX33014 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics15 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce MX330128 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics130 FPSGeForce MX33083 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics84 FPSGeForce MX33053 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics55 FPSGeForce MX33031 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics32 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce MX33083 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics84 FPSGeForce MX33069 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics71 FPSGeForce MX33038 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics39 FPSGeForce MX33015 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics15 FPS
Average FPSGeForce MX330117 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics119 FPSGeForce MX33087 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics89 FPSGeForce MX33048 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics50 FPSGeForce MX33020 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics21 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031323%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10038373%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100565011%
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 MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10042405%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10041395%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10038373%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10045427%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10038373%

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 MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
DirectX12.112.1
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)XeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 6.1OpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
ArchitecturePascal / Turing / AmpereXe LP
Process node14 nm10 nmBetter
Release date20202020
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Transistor count1800 millionNot publicly specified
Die size74 mm²Better95 mm²
Shader units / cores384768Better
Base clock1531 MHzBetter300 MHz
Boost clock1594 MHz1650 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x4PCIe 4.0 x8
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessIGPIGP
Recommended PSUOEM dependent200 W
Power connectorNoneIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemDepends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsGeForce MX330Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics
VRAM2 GB GDDR54 GB LPDDR4XBetter
Memory typeGDDR5 / GDDR6LPDDR4X
Memory bus64 bit128 bitBetter
TFLOPS1.2242.534Better

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Device AGeForce MX33043
Device BIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics43
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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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Estimated / unverified results
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

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 MX330 or Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics?

GeForce MX330 has the higher overall gaming score, while Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GeForce MX330 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 MX330 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 MX330 offers more overall performance, while GeForce MX330 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GeForce MX330 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

GeForce MX330 leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce MX330 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

GeForce MX330 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

GeForce MX330 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?

GeForce MX330 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 MX330 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.