GeForce2 MX

GeForce2 MX brought the GeForce2 generation into cheaper mainstream and OEM systems.

Reference GPU
CelsiusGeForce 2 SeriesDesktopLaptopSDR2000NVIDIA
Partial entry. Core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.
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At a Glance

Entry Type
Reference GPU
Architecture
Celsius
Series
GeForce 2 Series
GPU Die
NV11
Launch Date
2000-06-28
TMUs
4
ROPs
2
Memory
32 MB SDR
Bus Width
128-bit
Rec. PSU
200 W
Interface
AGP 4x
Data Confidence
Partial

Overview

GeForce2 MX is one of the most important mainstream GeForce2 entries because it traded top-end speed for cost, availability, and OEM reach. It helped make the GeForce name common outside enthusiast builds.

MX cards are useful for period-correct mainstream systems, but they should not be described like GTS or Ultra cards. Memory configuration, bus type, and board partner are the details that explain the real card.

Why It Mattered

GeForce2 MX made the GeForce2 generation accessible to cheaper retail and OEM PCs. It matters because it helped NVIDIA scale the GeForce brand into mainstream systems, not just high-end gaming builds.

Collector Notes

Record whether the board is MX, MX 200, MX 400, PCI, DH Pro TV, or an integrated nForce variant. Memory type, output options, and TwinView or TV-out support can be more interesting than raw speed.

Common Failure Points

Listings often mix MX variants. Passive coolers, weak VGA output, and memory artifacts are practical concerns on old OEM cards. MX should not be compared directly with GeForce2 GTS or Ultra.

Used-Market Caution

Buy GeForce2 MX for a mainstream period build or specific output feature, not for flagship speed. Confirm exact variant, memory size, output layout, and tested driver support.

Known Issues

Known issues pending source review.

Related GPUs

Back to GeForce 2 Series

Previous in series: GeForce2 GTS PRONext in series: GeForce2 MX + nForce 220
SourcesPartial

Sources reviewed: 2026-06-21

This entry is still being source-checked.

Data confidence and source status

Partial entry. Core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.

  • Verified: core specifications and historical notes have been reviewed against listed sources.
  • Partial: core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.
  • Imported: spec-only imported entry pending editorial source review.
  • Needs source review: narrative notes are incomplete until reviewed.

Primary / manufacturer sources

  1. NVIDIA corporate timeline 2000Official timeline entries for GeForce2 GTS and GeForce2 GoOpen source
  2. NVIDIA Windows XP/2000 91.47 driver pageSupport boundary for GeForce2 MX and older GeForce2 productsOpen source
  3. NVIDIA Quadro2 MXR/EX feature pageTwinView and Quadro2 MXR/EX positioningOpen source

Independent reference sources

  1. TechPowerUp GeForce2 MX GPU SpecsModel-level specification referenceOpen source

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