Maxwell GPU Surface Book vs Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is on rank 150, so the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 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 Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 uses modern memory architecture. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 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 Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% 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 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $75 for the Maxwell GPU Surface Book, it costs 33% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 53.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+53.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
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.
Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. It has 96 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,390 points.
Graphics Performance
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book scores 3,311 and the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 reaches 3,390 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is built on Maxwell while the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 96 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,390+2% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+300% | 96 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.2+9% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs QuickSync (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Decoder: PureVideo VP6 vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,MPEG-2 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | QuickSync |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP6 | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book draws 30W versus the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7's 30W — a 0% difference. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 350W (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 110.4 | 113.0+2% |
Value Analysis
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 67.8 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7) — the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 offers 53.7% better value. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $50-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.1 | 67.8+54% |
| Codename | Surface Book | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | October 1 2015 | August 15 2020 |
| Ranking | #779 | #508 |
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