GeForce Go 6100
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GeForce Go 6100

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

18

May 17 2017
30 Watt
Pascal (2016−2021)

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.

Overview

The GeForce Go 6100 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: 18 points. Launch price was $79.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce Go 6100 is positioned at rank #344 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce Go 6100

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
12090%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
11615%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
11480%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
11460%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
11437%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
11372%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
11228%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
11187%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
11083%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
11053%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
10920%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
10897%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
10700%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
10693%
#329
Radeon R5 430 OEM
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13
13333%
#344
GeForce Go 6100
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#345
Radeon X1600 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
97%
#346
Radeon X1300
MSRP: $100|Avg: $49
97%
#347
RADEON X800 GTO
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
97%
#348
Radeon X1800 GTO
MSRP: $249|Avg: $20
95%
#349
GeForce 7800 GT
MSRP: $449|Avg: $20
90%
#351
RADEON E2400
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
87%
#352
Radeon X1650 GTO
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
83%
#353
RADEON X800GT
MSRP: $160|Avg: $10
83%
#354
RADEON X600 SE
MSRP: $100|Avg: $5
82%
#355
Radeon X1900 GT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $20
82%
#356
RADEON X700
MSRP: $149|Avg: $10
82%
#357
GeForce G200
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
75%
#358
RADEON X700 PRO
MSRP: $179|Avg: $30
70%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce Go 6100 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce Go 6100 scores 18 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP108), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.127 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1468 MHz from a base of 1228 MHz.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score18
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationPascal (2016−2021)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGP108
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1468 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1228 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.127 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second35.23 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,800 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#641
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce Go 6100 is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache144 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0, Vulkan None, OpenGL 2.1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version9.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API2.1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)None
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: PureVideo— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV,H.264.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNo
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,WMV,H.264
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce Go 6100 draws 30 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 80°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
TDPPower consumption under load30 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeLegacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle50°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80°C
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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #344 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #641 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce Go 6100
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#344
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#641
Release DateMay 17 2017
Release Year2017

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