UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
VS
GeForce GT 1030

UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs vs GeForce GT 1030

Intel

UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs

2020Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1450 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GT 1030

2017Core: 1228 MHzBoost: 1468 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs uses modern memory architecture. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 1030 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 1030 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% 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 UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs.

InsightUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity
Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $95 for the GeForce GT 1030, it costs 79% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 373.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+373.6%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($95)

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 Xe G4 48EUs and GeForce GT 1030

Intel

UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,400 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GT 1030

The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.

Graphics Performance

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs scores 2,400 and the GeForce GT 1030 reaches 2,407 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce GT 1030 uses Pascal, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 384 (GeForce GT 1030). Boost clocks: 1450 MHz vs 1468 MHz.

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
G3D Mark Score
2,400
2,407
Architecture
Gen. 11 Ice Lake
Pascal
Process Node
10 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
48
384+700%
Boost Clock
1450 MHz
1468 MHz+1%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 1030 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 1030 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
2 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
64-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 12 (GeForce GT 1030). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12
Vulkan
1.3+8%
1.2
OpenGL
4.6+2%
4.5
Max Displays
3+50%
2
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs None (GeForce GT 1030). Decoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GT 1030).

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
Encoder
Quick Sync (Tiger Lake)
None
Decoder
Quick Sync (Tiger Lake)
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs draws 28W versus the GeForce GT 1030's 30W — a 6.9% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 300W (GeForce GT 1030). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
TDP
28W-7%
30W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
300W
Power Connector
Integrated
None
Length
0mm
145mm
Height
0mm
69mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Temp (Load)
85
80°C-6%
Perf/Watt
85.7+7%
80.2
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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GT 1030 launched at $79 and now averages $95. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs costs 78.9% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 120.0 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 25.3 (GeForce GT 1030) — the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers 374.3% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).

FeatureUHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUsGeForce GT 1030
MSRP
$0-100%
$79
Avg Price (30d)
$20-79%
$95
Performance per Dollar
120.0+374%
25.3
Codename
Tiger Lake Xe
GP108
Release
August 15 2020
May 17 2017
Ranking
#712
#641