GeForce GTX 260 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630
GeForce GTX 260
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 260 is positioned at rank #293 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 GTX 260
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Intel UHD Graphics 630 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 260 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 260 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑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 | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel UHD Graphics 630 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 GTX 260 and Intel UHD Graphics 630
GeForce GTX 260
The GeForce GTX 260 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 576 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 182W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,200 points. Launch price was $449.
Intel UHD Graphics 630
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 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: 1,231 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 260 scores 1,200 and the Intel UHD Graphics 630 reaches 1,231 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 260 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 65 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 192 (GeForce GTX 260) vs 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 630). Raw compute: 0.4769 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 260) vs 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 630).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,200 | 1,231+3% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 14 nm+++ |
| Shading Units | 192+4% | 184 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4769 TFLOPS+13% | 0.4232 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 28+833% | 3 |
| TMUs | 64+178% | 23 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 260 comes with 896 MB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 260 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.875 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 260 draws 182W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 630's 15W — a 169.5% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 260) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 630). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 182W | 15W-92% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 6.6 | 82.1+1144% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 260 launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $449, while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 costs 100+% less ($449 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (GeForce GTX 260) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 630) — the Intel UHD Graphics 630 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $449 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.7 | Infinity |
| Codename | GT200 | Comet Lake GT2 |
| Release | June 16 2008 | October 1 2017 |
| Ranking | #821 | #824 |
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