GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) vs GeForce GTX 680

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 GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is positioned at rank #180 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 GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

#170

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

356%

#172

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

322%

#173

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

322%

#177

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

292%

#178

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

290%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $65

100%

#181

GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#182

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

99%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

98%

#185

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

98%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#195

GeForce GT625M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

92%

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 GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 680.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (256mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 680 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $65), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 57.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+57.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65)	✅More affordable ($40)

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.

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 680 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) and GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1493 MHz to 1620 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,800 points.

GeForce GTX 680

The GeForce GTX 680 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 1006 MHz to 1058 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 195W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,609 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) scores 5,800 and the GeForce GTX 680 reaches 5,609 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 680 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680). Raw compute: 2.488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 3.25 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680). Boost clocks: 1620 MHz vs 1058 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
G3D Mark Score	5,800+3%	5,609
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	1536+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.488 TFLOPS	3.25 TFLOPS+31%
Boost Clock	1620 MHz+53%	1058 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	48	128+167%
L1 Cache	288 KB+125%	128 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 192.2 GB/s (GeForce GTX 680) — a 71.6% advantage for the GeForce GTX 680. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680) — the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	112 GB/s	192.2 GB/s+72%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 680). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (FL 11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX 680). Decoder: NVDEC (3rd Gen) vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 680).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
Encoder	NVENC (6th Gen)	NVENC 1st gen
Decoder	NVDEC (3rd Gen)	PureVideo VP5
Codecs	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 680's 195W — a 88.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 680). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 98°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)	GeForce GTX 680
TDP	75W-62%	195W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	—	256mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-23%	98°C
Perf/Watt	77.3+168%	28.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680 costs 38.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 89.2 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) vs 140.2 (GeForce GTX 680) — the GeForce GTX 680 offers 57.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).