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GeForce GT 1030
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UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) uses modern memory architecture. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 1030 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 1030 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $95 for the GeForce GT 1030, it costs 79% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 393.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+393.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($95) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 1030 and UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
GeForce GT 1030
The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.
UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1400 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 1030 scores 2,407 and the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 1030 is built on Pascal while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) uses Gen. 12, both on 14 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 64 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 1400 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,407 | 2,500+4% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Gen. 12 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+500% | 64 |
| Boost Clock | 1468 MHz+5% | 1400 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 1030 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) has 0 MB. The GeForce GT 1030 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 1030 draws 30W versus the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)'s 15W — a 66.7% difference. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 1030) vs 1W (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 15W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 80.2 | 166.7+108% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 1030 launched at $79 MSRP and currently averages $95, while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) launched at $0 and now averages $20. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) costs 78.9% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.3 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 125.0 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) — the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers 394.1% better value. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95 | $20-79% |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.3 | 125.0+394% |
| Codename | GP108 | Alder Lake Xe |
| Release | May 17 2017 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #641 | #599 |
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