GeForce GTS 160M
VS
Intel UHD Graphics 610

GeForce GTS 160M vs Intel UHD Graphics 610

NVIDIA

GeForce GTS 160M

2012Core: Up to 900 MHzBoost: 950 MHz
VS
Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 610

2017Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTS 160M is positioned at rank #275 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce GTS 160M

#265
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
639%
#267
580%
#268
578%
#272
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
526%
#273
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
522%
#275
GeForce GTS 160M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
100%
#276
GeForce GTX 470M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
100%
#277
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
MSRP: $99|Avg: $70
99%
#279
Radeon RX Vega 9
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
99%
#282
Iris Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $200|Avg: $100
98%
#283
Radeon R9 M395
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#285
GeForce GT 755M SLI
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
97%
#287
GeForce GTX 950A
MSRP: $159|Avg: $30
96%
#288
Radeon 540X
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
94%
#289
GeForce 930MX
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTS 160M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Leading raw performance (+1.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel UHD Graphics 610 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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTS 160M and Intel UHD Graphics 610

NVIDIA

GeForce GTS 160M

The GeForce GTS 160M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 679 points.

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 610

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 184 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 687 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTS 160M scores 679 and the Intel UHD Graphics 610 reaches 687 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTS 160M is built on Kepler while the Intel UHD Graphics 610 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTS 160M) vs 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 610). Raw compute: 0.7296 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 160M) vs 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 610). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1150 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
G3D Mark Score
679
687+1%
Architecture
Kepler
Generation 9.5
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm+++
Shading Units
384+109%
184
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.7296 TFLOPS+72%
0.4232 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
950 MHz
1150 MHz+21%
ROPs
16+433%
3
TMUs
32+39%
23

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTS 160M comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 610 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTS 160M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTS 160M) vs 12 (12_1) (Intel UHD Graphics 610). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
DirectX
11.1 (10_0)
12 (12_1)+8%
OpenGL
3.3
4.6+39%
Max Displays
2
3+50%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTS 160M) vs Quick Sync Video (Intel UHD Graphics 610). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 160M) vs H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 (Intel UHD Graphics 610).

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
Encoder
PureVideo HD VP2
Quick Sync Video
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP2
Quick Sync Video
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,JPEG,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTS 160M draws 45W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 610's 15W — a 100% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTS 160M) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 610). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 75°C.

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
TDP
45W
15W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
Legacy
Integrated
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
90°C
75°C-17%
Perf/Watt
15.1
45.8+203%
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Value Analysis

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 costs 100+% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.6 (GeForce GTS 160M) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 610) — the Intel UHD Graphics 610 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTS 160MIntel UHD Graphics 610
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$30
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
22.6
Infinity
Codename
GK107
Comet Lake GT2
Release
March 22 2012
October 1 2017
Ranking
#828
#824