UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) vs GeForce 930MX
UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) uses modern memory architecture. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 930MX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 930MX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) and GeForce 930MX
UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.
GeForce 930MX
The GeForce 930MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 952 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 17W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,278 points.
Graphics Performance
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) scores 1,300 and the GeForce 930MX reaches 1,278 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce 930MX uses Maxwell, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 32 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 384 (GeForce 930MX). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 1020 MHz.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,300+2% | 1,278 |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 32 | 384+1100% |
| Boost Clock | 1100 MHz+8% | 1020 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 930MX has 2 GB. The GeForce 930MX offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 930MX). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2+9% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs None (GeForce 930MX). Decoder: Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) vs PureVideo HD (VP6). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 930MX).
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) | None |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) | PureVideo HD (VP6) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) draws 15W versus the GeForce 930MX's 17W — a 12.5% difference. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 350W (GeForce 930MX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-12% | 17W |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 86.7+15% | 75.2 |
Value Analysis
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce 930MX launched at $80 and now averages $25. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) costs 100+% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 51.1 (GeForce 930MX) — the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).
| Feature | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) | GeForce 930MX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $80 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 51.1 |
| Codename | Ice Lake G1 Gen. 11 | GM108 |
| Release | May 28 2019 | March 1 2016 |
| Ranking | #820 | #805 |
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