NVIDIA GeForce G110M

The NVIDIA GeForce G110M is a mobile integrated graphics solution built on the 55 nm Tesla architecture, using the G96C chip manufactured by TSMC. It targets the entry-level segment of the GeForce 100M generation, succeeding the GeForce 9M family and preceding the GeForce 200M line. With a transistor count of 314 million on a 121 mm² die, the G110M achieves a density of 2.6M transistors per mm², while its 14 W TDP and IGP slot width reflect its low-power, portable-device orientation. The GPU ships with 1024 MB of GDDR3 memory on a 64-bit bus, delivering 11.20 GB/s of bandwidth, and operates with a memory clock of 700 MHz (1400 Mbps effective). Its compute resources include 16 shading units, 8 texture mapping units, and 4 raster output units, yielding a pixel rate of 1.600 GPixel/s, a texture rate of 3.200 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance of 32.00 GFLOPS. The G110M supports DirectX 11.1 (10_0) and OpenGL 3.3, but lacks Vulkan support, and it holds a 50th percentile rank among all GPUs, though its average benchmark score is zero.

Benchmark Performance

The GeForce G110M’s benchmark data is sparse, with no recorded scores in the FACT PACK and an average benchmark score of exactly zero. This absence of measurable performance figures places the GPU at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, a rank that reflects its position in the middle of the distribution — but that percentile is based on a dataset where the G110M contributes no numerical results. The lack of any benchmark entries means that direct performance comparisons cannot be drawn from empirical scores; instead, the hardware specifications must serve as the primary analytical basis. The FP32 output of 32.00 GFLOPS is the key computational metric, and when contextualized by the memory subsystem — 11.20 GB/s bandwidth over a 64-bit bus — it becomes clear that the G110M is designed for minimal workloads rather than sustained 3D rendering. The pixel rate of 1.600 GPixel/s and texture rate of 3.200 GTexel/s further reinforce this, as these figures are consistent with a GPU that handles basic 2D acceleration and light video playback but struggles with modern gaming. Because the nearestRivals array is empty, there are no deltaPct values to cite, and no comparative percentage deltas can be derived from the provided data. Consequently, the benchmark analysis must rely on the absolute numbers available: the G110M’s compute throughput is 32.00 GFLOPS, its memory bandwidth is 11.20 GB/s, and its rendering rates are capped at 1.600 GPixel/s and 3.200 GTexel/s. These figures indicate that the GPU’s performance envelope is extremely narrow, and any expectation of competitive frame rates in contemporary titles would be unrealistic. The 50th percentile ranking, without supporting scores, suggests that the G110M sits at the median of the GPU landscape in name only — the actual performance data does not substantiate that position.

How It Compares

The FACT PACK lists no nearest rivals for the GeForce G110M, so a structured comparison against specific competing products is not possible from the given information. The empty nearestRivals array means there are no rival names, scores, or deltaPct values to reference. Without these data points, any attempt to position the G110M against other GPUs must be grounded solely in its own specifications. The G110M’s predecessor, the GeForce 9M, and successor, the GeForce 200M, are mentioned in the FACT PACK as part of the product lineage, but no performance metrics are provided for either. The G110M’s architecture is Tesla, which is an older design, and its process node of 55 nm is comparatively large by modern standards, but no competing process nodes are listed for context. The GPU’s memory configuration — 1024 MB GDDR3 on a 64-bit bus — is modest, yet without rival memory specs, no bandwidth comparison can be formulated. Given the absence of rival data, the analysis must conclude that the G110M’s competitive standing is undefined within the scope of the FACT PACK. The GPU exists as a standalone entry, and its 50th percentile ranking is the only positional metric available, albeit one not tied to any specific competitor.

Ray Tracing and Feature Set

The GeForce G110M does not include dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores, as both fields are null in the FACT PACK. This absence is consistent with its Tesla architecture, which predates hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based tensor processing. The GPU’s feature set is instead defined by its API support: it offers DirectX 11.1 (10_0), which indicates partial compliance with the DirectX 11.1 specification but with a feature level capped at 10_0, meaning it cannot utilize the full DirectX 11 feature set. OpenGL 3.3 is supported, providing compatibility with applications that rely on that API version, but Vulkan is not supported, limiting the GPU’s access to modern low-level graphics APIs. The shading units number 16, which is the core count for programmable shader work, and the GPU’s texture units (8) and ROPs (4) are proportionate to its low-end positioning. The memory clock of 700 MHz (1400 Mbps effective) and the 64-bit bus width combine to produce the 11.20 GB/s bandwidth, which is a critical bottleneck for any graphical workload. Display outputs are described as "Portable Device Dependent," meaning the G110M’s connectivity is dictated by the laptop or device it is integrated into, rather than a fixed set of ports. The power connectors are listed as "None," and the slot width is "IGP," confirming that the G110M is an integrated graphics processor with no external power requirements. In terms of ray tracing, the absence of RT cores means no hardware acceleration for that feature, and the lack of tensor cores similarly precludes AI-driven features like DLSS or other tensor-based enhancements. The API profile, with DirectX 11.1 (10_0) and OpenGL 3.3, suggests that the G110M can run older or lighter applications but will fail to meet the requirements of software that demands Vulkan or higher DirectX feature levels.

Who Should Consider It

The GeForce G110M is suited for users whose needs align with its limited capabilities, as defined by its benchmark-adjacent specifications. The GPU’s FP32 throughput of 32.00 GFLOPS and memory bandwidth of 11.20 GB/s indicate that it is appropriate for basic desktop tasks, such as 2D productivity applications, web browsing, and video playback at modest resolutions. The pixel rate of 1.600 GPixel/s and texture rate of 3.200 GTexel/s suggest that the G110M can handle simple visual effects and older games that were designed for the DirectX 10 feature level, but it will struggle with any title that requires DirectX 11 features beyond the 10_0 level. For gaming, the GPU’s 1024 MB of GDDR3 memory is adequate for low-resolution textures, but the 64-bit bus and 11.20 GB/s bandwidth will severely limit performance in any scenario that demands high bandwidth, such as high-resolution textures or anti-aliasing. Users considering the G110M should target resolutions at or below 720p and settings at the lowest possible presets, with the understanding that even then, frame rates will be inconsistent. The lack of Vulkan support means that modern titles using Vulkan as their primary API will be entirely incompatible, and DirectX 11.1 (10_0) support restricts the GPU to a subset of DirectX 11 games. The G110M’s 14 W TDP and IGP form factor make it a low-power option for ultra-portable devices, so it may appeal to users who prioritize battery life and light computing over any form of 3D performance. The GPU is end-of-life, and its production status confirms that no new devices will feature it, so consideration is limited to existing hardware. In summary, the G110M is a candidate for users with extremely light graphical demands, those who require a basic display output for office or educational use, or those who play very old games from the DirectX 9/10 era. It is not a device for modern gaming, content creation, or any workload that relies on ray tracing or tensor-based acceleration, given the absence of those cores.

FAQ

Q: What is the FP32 performance of the NVIDIA GeForce G110M?

A: The G110M delivers 32.00 GFLOPS of FP32 compute throughput.

Q: Does the GeForce G110M support ray tracing?

A: No, the G110M has no ray tracing cores, as the rtCores field is null in the specifications.

Q: What memory configuration does the G110M use?

A: It uses 1024 MB of GDDR3 memory with a 64-bit bus, providing 11.20 GB/s of bandwidth at a 700 MHz memory clock (1400 Mbps effective).

Q: Which APIs are supported by the GeForce G110M?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 11.1 (10_0) and OpenGL 3.3, but it does not support Vulkan.

Q: What is the power consumption of the G110M?

A: The G110M has a TDP of 14 W and uses no power connectors, consistent with its IGP slot width.

Q: How does the G110M rank among all GPUs?

A: The G110M holds a 50th percentile rank among all GPUs, though its average benchmark score is zero and no benchmark entries are recorded.