P104-100
VS
GeForce GTX 680MX

P104-100 vs GeForce GTX 680MX

P104-100

2017Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680MX

2012Core: 720 MHz

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 680MX

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
94%
#69
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
229%
#71
207%
#72
207%
#76
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
188%
#77
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
187%
#79
GeForce GTX 680MX
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#82
Arc 7-Core iGPU
MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A
99%
#87
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
96%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680MX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P104-100.

InsightP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%)
Leading raw performance (+3.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 680MX 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 P104-100 and GeForce GTX 680MX

NVIDIA

P104-100

The P104-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 12 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,678 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680MX

The GeForce GTX 680MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 23 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,799 points.

Graphics Performance

The P104-100 scores 3,678 and the GeForce GTX 680MX reaches 3,799 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P104-100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 680MX uses Kepler, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (P104-100) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680MX).

FeatureP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
G3D Mark Score
3,678
3,799+3%
Architecture
Pascal
Kepler
Process Node
16 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1920+25%
1536

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The P104-100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 680MX has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 680MX offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.

FeatureP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
256-bit+300%
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Power & Dimensions

The P104-100 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 680MX's 122W — a 121.1% difference. The P104-100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P104-100) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 680MX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
TDP
30W-75%
122W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
1x 6-pin
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
80
Perf/Watt
122.6+294%
31.1
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Value Analysis

The P104-100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).

FeatureP104-100GeForce GTX 680MX
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$10
Codename
GP104
Release
December 12 2017
October 23 2012
Ranking
#529
#520