GeForce 940A vs HD Graphics 630
GeForce 940A
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HD Graphics 630
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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.
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. The GeForce 940A is positioned at rank 320 and the HD Graphics 630 is on rank 350, so the GeForce 940A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 940A
Performance Per Dollar HD Graphics 630
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The HD Graphics 630 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 940A offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The HD Graphics 630 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the HD Graphics 630 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $80), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 167.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+167.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 GeForce 940A and HD Graphics 630
GeForce 940A
The GeForce 940A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,107 points.
HD Graphics 630
The HD Graphics 630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,111 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 940A scores 1,107 and the HD Graphics 630 reaches 1,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 940A is built on Maxwell while the HD Graphics 630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 940A) vs 192 (HD Graphics 630). Raw compute: 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 940A) vs 0.384 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 630). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1000 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,107 | 1,111 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 384+100% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8632 TFLOPS+125% | 0.384 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1124 MHz+12% | 1000 MHz |
| ROPs | 8+167% | 3 |
| TMUs | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce 940A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics 630 has 0 MB. The GeForce 940A offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 940A draws 33W versus the HD Graphics 630's 15W — a 75% difference. The HD Graphics 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 940A) vs 1W (HD Graphics 630). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W | 15W-55% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Integrated |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 33.5 | 74.1+121% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 940A launched at $80 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the HD Graphics 630 launched at $100 and now averages $30. The HD Graphics 630 costs 62.5% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.8 (GeForce 940A) vs 37.0 (HD Graphics 630) — the HD Graphics 630 offers 168.1% better value. The HD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce 940A | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80-20% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $30-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.8 | 37.0+168% |
| Codename | GM108 | Kaby Lake GT2 |
| Release | March 13 2015 | January 1 2017 |
| Ranking | #853 | #823 |
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