MXM Graphics Card Types, Models & MXM GPU List

MXM Graphics Cards are removable graphics cards that are designed for gaming laptops or notebooks, All-in-one PCs, mobile workstations, embedded systems, and small form factor PCs. MXM or Mobile PCI Express Module is a standard developed by MXM-SIG for MXM GPUs or graphics cards. The main motive for developing the MXM Socket is to provide an easy way to upgrade graphics cards on laptops, all-in-one PCs (AIO PCs), and other mobile systems. Not much information is there on the MXM graphics cards and MXM standard, so here in this post, I am going to tell you all about the MXM graphics module and clear all your doubts about it.

Note: Not all laptops with discrete graphics cards have MXM modules because in most laptops discrete graphics card is non-removable and is soldered permanently to the motherboard.

Must Read: List of Best Laptop Graphics Cards from Nvidia & AMD

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Where to Find MXM Graphics Cards?

You cannot buy MXM Graphics Cards just like regular graphics cards because they are not available to retailers or hardware vendors. MXM graphics cards are only sold in bulk to the manufacturer who makes laptops or other mobile or portable computers. However, you can find MXM graphics cards on online shopping sites like eBay and Amazon. The MXM graphics cards on these online e-commerce sites are ripped or pulled out from other laptops for sale. You can find some MXM graphics cards online at the link given below.    

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MXM Types / Specifications

Here are the various generations, specifications, and types of MXM graphics cards.

MXM (First Generation)

1st generation MXM graphics modules and thermal solutions are backward compatible. All the first-generation graphics card modules come with 230 pins but MXM Type III may come with 232 pins also.

MXM Type Width Length Max. Power Max. GPU Size
MXM-I 70mm 68mm 18W 35 mm²
MXM-II 73mm 78mm 35W 35 mm²
MXM-III (HE) 82mm 100mm 75W 40 mm²
MXM-IV (Depreciated) 82mm 117mm    

MXM 3.0 (Second Generation)

2nd generation MXM graphics modules and thermal solutions are also backward compatible.

MXM Type Width Length Max. Power GPU Memory Bus
MXM-A 82mm 70mm 55W 64-bit or 128-bit
MXM-B 82mm 105mm 200W 256-bit

Below you can see the MXM 3.0 Type A and Type B Graphics Cards.

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Here width is the length of the MXM connector which is 82mm in the MXM 3.0 cards. Some MXM 3.0 cards PCB can be both wider and longer but the connector length will only be 82mm.

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MXM 3.1 revision was released in the year 2012 for added support for the PCIe 3.0 bus.

MXM Video Card Compatibility & Upgrade

The compatibility of MXM modules with one another is a bit of concern because first-generation MXM modules are not compatible with second-generation modules and vice versa. Also, MXM graphics cards may differ slightly in the arrangement of GPU, components, and mounting holes on the PCB. This can pose problems during the mounting of the heat sink on the new MXM graphics card, that you have purchased for your laptop. Also, your BIOS should support the new MXM GPU for your MXM graphics card to work. So before upgrading to a new MXM graphics card for your laptop, you should be aware of the following things:

  • New MXM Graphics Card should be of the same generation and type
  • New MXM card should have the same dimensions as the older card
  • Your heat sink should be able to fit the new MXM card properly
  • It should be from the same manufacturer if possible
  • Your Laptop BIOS should support the new MXM card
  • You can use an MXM 3.0 Type-A card in a computer or laptop with Type-B support, but the reverse is not always possible because of cooling, clearance, and power restrictions.

Popular Manufacturers that use MXM Graphics Cards for their Laptops include Clevo, MSI, Alienware, Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, and Apple. Not all of them use standard MXM modules as some of them use their own proprietary MXM modules that are not compatible with other standard MXM cards. Below you can see the GeForce 10 series MXM video cards that include GeForce GTX 1080, GTX 1070, and GTX 1060.

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Below are the latest GeForce RTX 20 series MXM cards.

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If your laptop is not MXM compatible but has a Thunderbolt port then you can use eGPU Box to upgrade your laptop graphics for playing the latest games and for professional graphics work. This eGPU box lets you connect a full-sized external graphics card (desktop graphics card) to your laptop. 

Also Read: Top AMD and Nvidia Graphics Cards Manufacturers

Advantages of MXM Graphics Module

The main advantage of the MXM graphics module is that you can easily upgrade your laptop or other mobile computer graphics card to a higher one for playing latest games or running professional graphics applications. Also, if your MXM Video Card has gone bad, it can be easily replaced without any soldering or going through too much trouble.

List of MXM Graphics Cards

Here are some of the latest and most powerful MXM graphics cards from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. These graphics cards include MXM Workstation Graphics Cards and MXM Gaming Graphics Cards.

Nvidia MXM Graphics Cards

  • GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
  • GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
  • GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
  • GeForce RTX 2080
  • GeForce RTX 2070
  • GeForce RTX 2060
  • GeForce GTX 1080
  • GeForce GTX 1070
  • GeForce GTX 1060
  • GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
  • GeForce GTX 1050
  • GeForce GTX 1030
  • GeForce GTX 980
  • GeForce GTX 980M
  • GeForce GTX 970M
  • GeForce GTX 960M
  • GeForce GTX 950M
  • GeForce GTX 940M
  • GeForce GTX 930M
  • Tesla M6
  • Quadro M620 Mobile
  • Quadro M1200 Mobile
  • Quadro M2200 Mobile
  • Quadro P3000 Mobile
  • Quadro P4000 Mobile
  • Quadro P5000 Mobile

AMD MXM Graphics Cards

  • Radeon RX 6600
  • Radeon RX 480
  • Radeon R9 M295X
  • FirePro W5170M
  • FirePro W7170M
  • FirePro S4000X
  • FirePro S7100X
  • Radeon Embedded E9260
  • Radeon Embedded E9550

Intel MXM Graphics Cards

  • Intel Arc A380M
  • Intel Arc A570M
  • Intel Arc A530M
  • Intel Arc A730M
  • Intel Arc A370M
  • Intel Arc A350M

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If you have any queries regarding MXM graphics cards then please leave a comment below, and I will try my best to answer them and clear your doubts.

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