GeForce GTX 680 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 680

2012Core: 1006 MHzBoost: 1058 MHz

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

2017Core: 1493 MHzBoost: 1620 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 680

195

5,609

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

5,800

+3.4%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Mobile

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

#170

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

356%

#172

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

322%

#173

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

322%

#177

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

292%

#178

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

290%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $65

100%

#181

GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#182

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

99%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

98%

#185

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

98%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#195

GeForce GT625M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 680.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (256mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 680 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $65), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 57.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+57.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65)

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.

GeForce GTX 680 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680 and GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

GeForce GTX 680

The GeForce GTX 680 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 1006 MHz to 1058 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 195W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,609 points. Launch price was $499.

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1493 MHz to 1620 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,800 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680 scores 5,609 and the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) reaches 5,800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)). Raw compute: 3.25 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680) vs 2.488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1058 MHz vs 1620 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	5,609	5,800+3%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	1536+100%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.25 TFLOPS+31%	2.488 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1058 MHz	1620 MHz+53%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	128+167%	48
L1 Cache	128 KB	288 KB+125%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 192.2 GB/s (GeForce GTX 680) vs 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) — a 71.6% advantage for the GeForce GTX 680. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) — the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	192.2 GB/s+72%	112 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+100%	128-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 680) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
DirectX	12 (FL 11_0)	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX 680) vs NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)). Decoder: PureVideo VP5 vs NVDEC (3rd Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 680) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
Encoder	NVENC 1st gen	NVENC (6th Gen)
Decoder	PureVideo VP5	NVDEC (3rd Gen)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680 draws 195W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)'s 75W — a 88.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 680) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 98°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)
TDP	195W	75W-62%
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	256mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	98°C	75°C-23%
Perf/Watt	28.8	77.3+168%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680 costs 38.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 140.2 (GeForce GTX 680) vs 89.2 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)) — the GeForce GTX 680 offers 57.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel) is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).