Maxwell GPU Surface Book vs P102-100
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is positioned at rank 230 and the P102-100 is on rank 201, so the P102-100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Maxwell GPU Surface Book
Performance Per Dollar P102-100
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The P102-100 uses modern memory architecture. The P102-100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P102-100.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| 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 (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $80 for the P102-100, it costs 6% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($75) | ⚠️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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Maxwell GPU Surface Book and P102-100
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book scores 3,311 and the P102-100 reaches 3,301 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is built on Maxwell while the P102-100 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 3,200 (P102-100). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1683 MHz.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,301 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 3200+733% |
| Boost Clock | 993 MHz | 1683 MHz+69% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 12_1 (P102-100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book draws 30W versus the P102-100's 250W — a 157.1% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 350W (P102-100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-88% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 110.4+736% | 13.2 |
Value Analysis
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the P102-100 launched at $600 and now averages $80. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book costs 6.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 41.3 (P102-100) — the Maxwell GPU Surface Book offers 6.8% better value. The P102-100 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | P102-100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-75% | $600 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75-6% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.1+7% | 41.3 |
| Codename | Surface Book | GP102 |
| Release | October 1 2015 | February 12 2018 |
| Ranking | #779 | #560 |
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