GeForce MX450 vs Intel Arc 130V

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce MX450 and Intel Arc 130V across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce MX450 outperforms Intel Arc 130V 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

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 MX450

  • Recorded feature support: CUDA / OpenCL · Not supported

Reasons to consider Intel Arc 130V

  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
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Catalog metrics radar

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

H2H
Performance
Price / performance
Performance
3838
Price / performance
6565
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 109–114of 411
GeForce MX450not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Intel Arc 130Vnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Intel Arc 130V

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
38
38
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
34
34
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
33
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
40
40

Specifications

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

SpecificationGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
HDMI
DisplayPort
Power consumption
Architecture
Memory type
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Transistor count
Die size
Launch price
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Clock speed
Memory frequency
Memory bandwidth
Power consumption
Process node
Release date
Device class
Power connector
Base clock
Boost clock
Interface
Upscaling
VRAM
Memory bus
TFLOPS
Compute API

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce MX450 and Intel Arc 130V 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 MX450Intel Arc 130V
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
157 FPS
157 FPS
1080p Ultra
111 FPS
111 FPS
1440p Ultra
86 FPS
86 FPS
4K Ultra
43 FPS
43 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2GeForce MX450157 FPSIntel Arc 130V157 FPSGeForce MX450111 FPSIntel Arc 130V111 FPSGeForce MX45086 FPSIntel Arc 130V86 FPSGeForce MX45043 FPSIntel Arc 130V43 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce MX450102 FPSIntel Arc 130V102 FPSGeForce MX45088 FPSIntel Arc 130V88 FPSGeForce MX45062 FPSIntel Arc 130V62 FPSGeForce MX45029 FPSIntel Arc 130V29 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce MX450128 FPSIntel Arc 130V128 FPSGeForce MX45083 FPSIntel Arc 130V83 FPSGeForce MX45077 FPSIntel Arc 130V77 FPSGeForce MX45063 FPSIntel Arc 130V63 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce MX45083 FPSIntel Arc 130V83 FPSGeForce MX45069 FPSIntel Arc 130V69 FPSGeForce MX45056 FPSIntel Arc 130V56 FPSGeForce MX45029 FPSIntel Arc 130V29 FPS
Average FPSGeForce MX450118 FPSIntel Arc 130V118 FPSGeForce MX45088 FPSIntel Arc 130V88 FPSGeForce MX45070 FPSIntel Arc 130V70 FPSGeForce MX45041 FPSIntel Arc 130V41 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130VDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100000%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100000%

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 MX450Intel Arc 130VDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10038380%

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 MX450Intel Arc 130V
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedXeSS
Compute APICUDA / OpenCLOpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
ArchitecturePascal / Turing / AmpereXe2 LPG
Process node
Release date20172024
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
Transistor countNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Die sizeNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Shader units / coresNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Base clockOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent
Boost clockOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
InterfaceOEM platform dependentOEM platform dependent
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessOEM dependentOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorIntegrated laptop powerIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionOEM dependentOEM dependent

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsGeForce MX450Intel Arc 130V
VRAMOEM configuration dependentOEM configuration dependent
Memory typeGDDR5 / GDDR6Shared LPDDR5X
Memory busOEM configuration dependentOEM configuration dependent
TFLOPSOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent

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Device AGeForce MX45040
Device BIntel Arc 130V40
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Verified synthetic results
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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 MX450 or Intel Arc 130V?

GeForce MX450 has the higher overall gaming score, while GeForce MX450 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GeForce MX450 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 MX450 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 MX450 offers more overall performance, while GeForce MX450 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GeForce MX450 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 MX450 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

GeForce MX450 leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce MX450 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

GeForce MX450 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

GeForce MX450 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 MX450 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 MX450 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.