GeForce GTX 560 SE vs Intel UHD Graphics P630
GeForce GTX 560 SE
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Intel UHD Graphics P630
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel UHD Graphics P630 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Intel UHD 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 560 SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel UHD Graphics P630 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 560 SE offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Intel UHD Graphics P630 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $150 for the GeForce GTX 560 SE, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 200.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+200.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 560 SE and Intel UHD Graphics P630
GeForce GTX 560 SE
The GeForce GTX 560 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 736 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,847 points. Launch price was $89.99.
Intel UHD Graphics P630
The Intel UHD Graphics P630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 24 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,848 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 560 SE scores 1,847 and the Intel UHD Graphics P630 reaches 1,848 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 SE is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Intel UHD Graphics P630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics P630). Raw compute: 0.8479 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 0.4608 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics P630).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,847 | 1,848 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm+++ |
| Shading Units | 288+50% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8479 TFLOPS+84% | 0.4608 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 24+700% | 3 |
| TMUs | 48+100% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD 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 560 SE comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics P630 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 560 SE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD 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: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 12 (Intel UHD Graphics P630). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs Quick Sync (Coffee Lake) (Intel UHD Graphics P630). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs Gen 9.5.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 1st Gen | Quick Sync (Coffee Lake) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | Gen 9.5 |
| Codecs | — | H.264,HEVC 10-bit,VP9 10-bit,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 560 SE draws 150W versus the Intel UHD Graphics P630's 15W — a 163.6% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics P630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics P630). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 15W-90% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 210mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.3 | 123.2+902% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 560 SE launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Intel UHD Graphics P630 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Intel UHD Graphics P630 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.3 (GeForce GTX 560 SE) vs 37.0 (Intel UHD Graphics P630) — the Intel UHD Graphics P630 offers 200.8% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics P630 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 SE | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $50-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.3 | 37.0+201% |
| Codename | GF114 | Coffee Lake GT2 |
| Release | February 20 2012 | May 24 2018 |
| Ranking | #706 | #640 |
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