GeForce GTX 280 vs UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
GeForce GTX 280
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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 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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 280 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
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.
UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 280 scores 1,285 and the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) reaches 1,300 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 280 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 65 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 280) vs 32 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,285 | 1,300+1% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 240+650% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) 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 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 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) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.2. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 12 (12_1)+8% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 280) vs Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs Quick Sync Video (Gen 11). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP2) | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 280 draws 236W versus the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)'s 15W — a 176.1% difference. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 280) vs 0W (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 236W | 15W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 0W-100% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | None |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 80-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 5.4 | 86.7+1506% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 MSRP and currently averages $649, while the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) costs 100+% less ($649 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) — the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $649 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $649 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.0 | Infinity |
| Codename | GT200 | Ice Lake G1 Gen. 11 |
| Release | June 16 2008 | May 28 2019 |
| Ranking | #802 | #820 |
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