Arc 8-Core iGPU vs GeForce GTX 680M SLI

Arc 8-Core iGPU

2023Boost: 2300 MHz

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

2012Core: 720 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Arc 8-Core iGPU

3,500

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A750

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

3,569

+2.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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.

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. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is positioned at rank 417 and the GeForce GTX 680M SLI is on rank 141, so the GeForce GTX 680M SLI offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Arc 8-Core iGPU

#407

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1560%

#409

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1414%

#410

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1410%

#414

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1282%

#415

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1274%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

100%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

99%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

99%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

99%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

98%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

97%

#425

Radeon HD 7690M XT

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

97%

#426

Radeon HD 7600G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#427

Radeon R7 A265

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

96%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

96%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

96%

#431

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

94%

#432

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 680M SLI

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

97%

#131

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

304%

#133

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

276%

#134

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

275%

#138

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

250%

#139

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

248%

#141

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

98%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Arc 8-Core iGPU is significantly newer (2023 vs 2012). The Arc 8-Core iGPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc 8-Core iGPU.

Insight	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	Xe LPG (2023) (5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 680M SLI remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Arc 8-Core iGPU Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 680M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Arc 8-Core iGPU and GeForce GTX 680M SLI

Arc 8-Core iGPU

The Arc 8-Core iGPU is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 2300 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,569 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Arc 8-Core iGPU scores 3,500 and the GeForce GTX 680M SLI reaches 3,569 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is built on Xe LPG while the GeForce GTX 680M SLI uses Kepler, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 8 (Arc 8-Core iGPU) vs 2,688 (GeForce GTX 680M SLI).

Feature	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
G3D Mark Score	3,500	3,569+2%
Architecture	Xe LPG	Kepler
Process Node	5 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	8	2688+33500%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
Upscaling Tech	XeSS	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc 8-Core iGPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 680M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.

Feature	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
VRAM Capacity	Shared	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
Bus Width	System	256-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc 8-Core iGPU) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M SLI). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc 8-Core iGPU) vs NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GTX 680M SLI). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc 8-Core iGPU) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (GeForce GTX 680M SLI).

Feature	Arc 8-Core iGPU	GeForce GTX 680M SLI
Encoder	Xe Media Engine	NVENC (1st Gen)
Decoder	Xe Media Engine	VP5
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The Arc 8-Core iGPU draws 45W versus the GeForce GTX 680M SLI's 75W — a 50% difference. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Arc 8-Core iGPU) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 680M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.