Maxwell GPU Surface Book vs GeForce GTX 750
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is positioned at rank #230 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Maxwell GPU Surface Book
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 750 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Maxwell GPU Surface Book.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 750 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 750 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $75), it costs 53% less, resulting in a 114.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+114.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book and GeForce GTX 750
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
GeForce GTX 750
The GeForce GTX 750 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,312 points. Launch price was $119.
Graphics Performance
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book scores 3,311 and the GeForce GTX 750 reaches 3,312 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 750 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 512 (GeForce GTX 750). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1085 MHz.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,312 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 512+33% |
| Boost Clock | 993 MHz | 1085 MHz+9% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 80 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 12_0 (GeForce GTX 750). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12_0 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs NVENC 3rd Gen (GeForce GTX 750). Decoder: PureVideo VP6 vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 750).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 3rd Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP6 | NVDEC 1st Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 750's 55W — a 58.8% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 750). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-45% | 55W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 0mm | 145mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 110.4+83% | 60.2 |
Value Analysis
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GTX 750 launched at $120 and now averages $35. The GeForce GTX 750 costs 53.3% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 94.6 (GeForce GTX 750) — the GeForce GTX 750 offers 114.5% better value. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $120-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $35-53% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.1 | 94.6+115% |
| Codename | Surface Book | GM107 |
| Release | October 1 2015 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #779 | #559 |
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