
GeForce GTS 160M vs Intel UHD Graphics 610

GeForce GTS 160M
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Intel UHD Graphics 610
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 160M
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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.
| Insight | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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

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 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.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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)
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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 |
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.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel UHD Graphics 610 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
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.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel UHD Graphics 610 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 12 (12_1)+8% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
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).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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 |
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.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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% |
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).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 160M | Intel 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 |
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