GeForce GTX 660M
VS
UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

GeForce GTX 660M vs UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 660M

2012Core: 835 MHzBoost: 950 MHz
VS
Intel

UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

2021Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1450 MHz

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 660M is positioned at rank #190 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 660M

#180
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
374%
#182
339%
#183
338%
#187
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
307%
#188
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
305%
#190
GeForce GTX 660M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#195
GeForce GT625M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45
97%
#197
96%
#203
GeForce GT 730M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45
93%
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is significantly newer (2021 vs 2012). The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 660M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 660M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%)
Leading raw performance (+3.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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 660M and UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 660M

The GeForce GTX 660M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 835 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,452 points.

Intel

UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 11 2021. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 660M scores 1,452 and the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 660M is built on Kepler while the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) uses Gen. 12, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 660M) vs 32 (UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1450 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
G3D Mark Score
1,452
1,500+3%
Architecture
Kepler
Gen. 12
Process Node
28 nm
10 nm
Shading Units
384+1100%
32
Boost Clock
950 MHz
1450 MHz+53%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 660M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 660M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 660M draws 50W versus the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)'s 15W — a 107.7% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 660M) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated.

FeatureGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
TDP
50W
15W-70%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
Integrated
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
60°C
Perf/Watt
29.0
100.0+245%
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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTX 660MUHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$0
Codename
GK107
Tiger Lake Xe
Release
March 22 2012
May 11 2021
Ranking
#774
#709