GeForce GTX 860M vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

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 860M is positioned at rank #177 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 860M

#167

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

351%

#169

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

318%

#170

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

317%

#174

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

288%

#175

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

286%

#177

GeForce GTX 860M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#179

Radeon R9 360

MSRP: $99|Avg: $55

99%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $65

99%

#181

GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

98%

#182

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

98%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

97%

#185

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

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 Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 860M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 860M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU.

Insight	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
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 GeForce GTX 860M 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.

GeForce GTX 860M Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 860M and Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

GeForce GTX 860M

The GeForce GTX 860M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 13 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 797 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 1152 or 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,095 points.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,035 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 860M scores 3,095 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU reaches 3,035 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
G3D Mark Score	3,095+2%	3,035
Process Node	28 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
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 860M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 860M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 12.1 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs ES 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
DirectX	11.0	12.1+10%
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.5+41%	ES 3.2
Max Displays	1	3+200%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2.0 (GeForce GTX 860M) vs VPU (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs VPU. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265 (GeForce GTX 860M) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU).

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
Encoder	NVENC 2.0	VPU
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	VPU
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 860M draws 75W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU's 7W — a 165.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	GeForce GTX 860M	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
TDP	75W	7W-91%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	41.3	433.6+950%

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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.9 (GeForce GTX 860M) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).