GeForce GTX 280 vs HD Graphics P630
GeForce GTX 280
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HD Graphics P630
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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 GTX 280 is positioned at rank #314 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 280
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The HD Graphics P630 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2008). The HD Graphics P630 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 280 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 280 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics P630.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / 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 GeForce GTX 280 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 280 and HD Graphics P630
GeForce GTX 280
The GeForce GTX 280 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,285 points. Launch price was $649.
HD Graphics P630
The HD Graphics P630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 5 2016. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,280 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 280 scores 1,285 and the HD Graphics P630 reaches 1,280 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 280 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the HD Graphics P630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 65 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 280) vs 192 (HD Graphics P630). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280) vs 0.4224 TFLOPS (HD Graphics P630).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,285 | 1,280 |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 240+25% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS+47% | 0.4224 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+967% | 3 |
| TMUs | 80+233% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 280 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics P630 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 280 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GTX 280) vs 12 (12_1) (HD Graphics P630). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.1. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 12 (12_1)+8% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 280) vs Quick Sync Video (HD Graphics P630). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280) vs H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2 (HD Graphics P630).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | Quick Sync Video |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP2) | Quick Sync Video |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 280 draws 236W versus the HD Graphics P630's 15W — a 176.1% difference. The HD Graphics P630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 280) vs 1W (HD Graphics P630). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 236W | 15W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 5.4 | 85.3+1480% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 MSRP and currently averages $649, while the HD Graphics P630 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The HD Graphics P630 costs 100+% less ($649 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) vs Infinity (HD Graphics P630) — the HD Graphics P630 offers Infinity% better value. The HD Graphics P630 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | HD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $649 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $649 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.0 | Infinity |
| Codename | GT200 | Kaby Lake GT2 |
| Release | June 16 2008 | August 5 2016 |
| Ranking | #802 | #822 |
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