GPU·Entry

CMP 40HX

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

8,749

MSRP

$699

AVG Price

$120

February 25 2021
185 Watt
Turing (2018−2022)

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.

Overview

The CMP 40HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,749 points. Launch price was $699.

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar CMP 40HX

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#134
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100%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of CMP 40HX specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The CMP 40HX scores 8,749 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Mid-Range tier as a Aging generation graphics card. It is built on the Turing (2018−2022) architecture (codename: TU106), manufactured on a 12 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2304 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 144 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 7.603 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1650 MHz from a base of 1470 MHz.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score8,749
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTuring (2018−2022)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameTU106
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient12 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute2304
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling144
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending64
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1650 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1470 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance7.603 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second237.6 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x8
Transistor Count10,800 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#302
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The CMP 40HX is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR6 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus. GDDR6 provides fast memory access for gaming and compute workloads. Memory operates at 14 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR6
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate14 Gbps
L1 Cache2.3 MB
L2 Cache4 MB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12 Ultimate
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 7.5
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 0x None — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: No— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
None PortsNumber of None display connectors0x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNo
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionNo
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Power & Dimensions

The CMP 40HX draws 185 Watt under load (TDP) — a 500W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 229mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 80°C under load.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
TDPPower consumption under load185 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage500W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance229mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied2-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $120 (MSRP: $699), the CMP 40HX delivers 73 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #302 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationCMP 40HX
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$699
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$120
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#302
Release DateFebruary 25 2021
Release Year2021

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