P102-100 vs GeForce GTX 680M
P102-100
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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 P102-100 is positioned at rank 201 and the GeForce GTX 680M is on rank 105, so the GeForce GTX 680M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar P102-100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 680M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The P102-100 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The P102-100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 680M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The P102-100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 680M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 680M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $80 for the P102-100, it costs 38% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 58.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+58.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) | ✅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 P102-100 and GeForce GTX 680M
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.
GeForce GTX 680M
The GeForce GTX 680M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 719 MHz to 758 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,277 points. Launch price was $310.50.
Graphics Performance
The P102-100 scores 3,301 and the GeForce GTX 680M reaches 3,277 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P102-100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 680M uses Kepler, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,200 (P102-100) vs 1,344 (GeForce GTX 680M). Raw compute: 10.77 TFLOPS (P102-100) vs 2.038 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M). Boost clocks: 1683 MHz vs 758 MHz.
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,301 | 3,277 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Kepler |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3200+138% | 1344 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.77 TFLOPS+428% | 2.038 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1683 MHz+122% | 758 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+150% | 32 |
| TMUs | 200+79% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 1.2 MB+991% | 0.11 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB+400% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The P102-100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 680M has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 680M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2.5 MB (P102-100) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680M) — the P102-100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB+400% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (P102-100) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (11_0) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The P102-100 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 680M's 100W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P102-100) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 680M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 100W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | — | 81°C |
| Perf/Watt | 13.2 | 32.8+148% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 680M costs 37.5% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.3 (P102-100) vs 65.5 (GeForce GTX 680M) — the GeForce GTX 680M offers 58.6% better value. The P102-100 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).
| Feature | P102-100 | GeForce GTX 680M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $600 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $50-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.3 | 65.5+59% |
| Codename | GP102 | GK104 |
| Release | February 12 2018 | June 4 2012 |
| Ranking | #560 | #561 |
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