GeForce GTX 680M SLI
VS
Radeon Pro 560X

GeForce GTX 680M SLI vs Radeon Pro 560X

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

2012Core: 720 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon Pro 560X

2018Core: 1004 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 680M SLI is positioned at rank #141 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 680M SLI

#39
Radeon RX 7700S
MSRP: $449|Avg: $350
97%
#131
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
304%
#133
276%
#134
275%
#138
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
250%
#139
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
248%
#141
GeForce GTX 680M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#145
Radeon RX 580 (móvel)
MSRP: $229|Avg: $65
98%
#147
GeForce GT 630M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
97%
#150
Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
95%
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 Radeon Pro 560X is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Radeon Pro 560X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Pro 560X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 680M SLI.

InsightGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)
Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Pro 560X 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 680M SLI and Radeon Pro 560X

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,569 points.

AMD

Radeon Pro 560X

The Radeon Pro 560X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 16 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1004 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,678 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI scores 3,569 and the Radeon Pro 560X reaches 3,678 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is built on Kepler while the Radeon Pro 560X uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,688 (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 1,024 (Radeon Pro 560X).

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
G3D Mark Score
3,569
3,678+3%
Architecture
Kepler
GCN 4.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2688+163%
1024

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
256-bit+300%
64-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro 560X). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12 (12_0)
Vulkan
1.2
1.3+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs VCE 3.0 (Radeon Pro 560X). Decoder: VP5 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro 560X).

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
Encoder
NVENC (1st Gen)
VCE 3.0
Decoder
VP5
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4
H.264,HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI draws 75W versus the Radeon Pro 560X's 75W — a 0% difference. The Radeon Pro 560X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon Pro 560X). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
TDP
75W
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
75-6%
Perf/Watt
47.6
49.0+3%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro 560X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M SLIRadeon Pro 560X
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$0
Codename
N13E-GTX
Polaris 21
Release
June 4 2012
July 16 2018
Ranking
#385
#528