Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU vs GeForce GTX 860M

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

2018

GeForce GTX 860M

2014Core: 797 MHzBoost: 1085 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

3,035

0.0%

Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 630 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 675 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 680 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

GeForce GTX 860M

3,095

+2.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 860M

#167

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

351%

#169

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

318%

#170

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

317%

#174

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

288%

#175

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

286%

#177

GeForce GTX 860M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#179

Radeon R9 360

MSRP: $99|Avg: $55

99%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $65

99%

#181

GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

98%

#182

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

98%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

97%

#185

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 860M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 860M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU.

Insight	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
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 860M 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.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 860M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU and GeForce GTX 860M

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,035 points.

GeForce GTX 860M

The GeForce GTX 860M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 13 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 797 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 1152 or 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,095 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU scores 3,035 and the GeForce GTX 860M reaches 3,095 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
G3D Mark Score	3,035	3,095+2%
Process Node	7 nm	28 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
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 Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 860M has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 860M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 860M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: ES 3.2 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
DirectX	12.1+10%	11.0
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	ES 3.2	4.5+41%
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VPU (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs NVENC 2.0 (GeForce GTX 860M). Decoder: VPU vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265 (GeForce GTX 860M).

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
Encoder	VPU	NVENC 2.0
Decoder	VPU	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU draws 7W versus the GeForce GTX 860M's 75W — a 165.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 860M). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	GeForce GTX 860M
TDP	7W-91%	75W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	433.6+950%	41.3

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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 61.9 (GeForce GTX 860M) — the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).