UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs vs GeForce MX250
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
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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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX250
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce MX250 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $150 for the GeForce MX250, it costs 87% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 657.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+657.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 MX250
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.
GeForce MX250
The GeForce MX250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,375 points.
Graphics Performance
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs scores 2,400 and the GeForce MX250 reaches 2,375 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce MX250 uses Pascal, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 384 (GeForce MX250). Boost clocks: 1450 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,400+1% | 2,375 |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Pascal |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 48 | 384+700% |
| Boost Clock | 1450 MHz+40% | 1038 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xe G4 48EUs comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX250 has 2 GB. The GeForce MX250 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 48 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce MX250). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs None (GeForce MX250). Decoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) vs NVDEC 3rd Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce MX250).
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) | None |
| Decoder | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) | NVDEC 3rd Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs draws 28W versus the GeForce MX250's 10W — a 94.7% difference. The GeForce MX250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 350W (GeForce MX250). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 75.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 28W | 10W-64% |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Mobile |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 85.7 | 237.5+177% |
Value Analysis
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce MX250 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs costs 86.7% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 120.0 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 15.8 (GeForce MX250) — the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers 659.5% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-87% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 120.0+659% | 15.8 |
| Codename | Tiger Lake Xe | GP108B |
| Release | August 15 2020 | February 20 2019 |
| Ranking | #712 | #643 |
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