GeForce GTX 680M vs P102-100

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. The GeForce GTX 680M is positioned at rank 105 and the P102-100 is on rank 201, so the GeForce GTX 680M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#95

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

265%

#97

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

240%

#98

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

240%

#102

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

218%

#103

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

216%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

100%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

98%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

95%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

93%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

93%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

93%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar P102-100

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

99%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

98%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

97%

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

93%

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

91%

#186

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2686%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

100%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#206

FirePro V3900

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

96%

#207

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700B

MSRP: $119|Avg: $89

96%

#208

Tesla K8

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

93%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

92%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

92%

#212

FirePro V4900

MSRP: $200|Avg: $47

92%

#213

GRID K160Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

91%

#215

Quadro

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

91%

#216

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The P102-100 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The P102-100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 680M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The P102-100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 680M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $80 for the P102-100, it costs 38% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 58.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+58.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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 680M Benchmark Check

P102-100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680M and P102-100

GeForce GTX 680M

The GeForce GTX 680M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 719 MHz to 758 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,277 points. Launch price was $310.50.

P102-100

The P102-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 12 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1582 MHz to 1683 MHz. It has 3200 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,301 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M scores 3,277 and the P102-100 reaches 3,301 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M is built on Kepler while the P102-100 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 3,200 (P102-100). Raw compute: 2.038 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 10.77 TFLOPS (P102-100). Boost clocks: 758 MHz vs 1683 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
G3D Mark Score	3,277	3,301
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1344	3200+138%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.038 TFLOPS	10.77 TFLOPS+428%
Boost Clock	758 MHz	1683 MHz+122%
ROPs	32	80+150%
TMUs	112	200+79%
L1 Cache	0.11 MB	1.2 MB+991%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2.5 MB+400%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
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 680M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the P102-100 has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 680M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 2.5 MB (P102-100) — the P102-100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2.5 MB+400%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 12_1 (P102-100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M draws 100W versus the P102-100's 250W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 350W (P102-100). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	P102-100
TDP	100W-60%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	81°C	—
Perf/Watt	32.8+148%	13.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680M costs 37.5% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.5 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 41.3 (P102-100) — the GeForce GTX 680M offers 58.6% better value. The P102-100 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).