Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) vs GeForce GTX 680
Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)
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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.
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About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is significantly newer (2023 vs 2012). The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 680 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 680 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc).
| Insight | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | Xe LPG (2023) (5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (256mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 680 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 Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) and GeForce GTX 680
Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 1950 MHz. It has 4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,500 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) scores 5,500 and the GeForce GTX 680 reaches 5,609 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is built on Xe LPG while the GeForce GTX 680 uses Kepler, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680). Boost clocks: 1950 MHz vs 1058 MHz.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,500 | 5,609+2% |
| Architecture | Xe LPG | Kepler |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 4 | 1536+38300% |
| Boost Clock | 1950 MHz+84% | 1058 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 192.2 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_2 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 680). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_2 | 12 (FL 11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX 680). Decoder: QuickSync vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 680).
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | NVENC 1st gen |
| Decoder | QuickSync | PureVideo VP5 |
| Codecs | MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 680's 195W — a 171.4% difference. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 680). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 256mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-92% | 195W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 256mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 98°C |
| Perf/Watt | 366.7+1173% | 28.8 |
Value Analysis
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 680 launched at $499 and now averages $40. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) vs 140.2 (GeForce GTX 680) — the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) offers Infinity% better value. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2012).
| Feature | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) | GeForce GTX 680 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 140.2 |
| Codename | Meteor Lake iGPU | GK104 |
| Release | December 14 2023 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #494 | #410 |
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