GeForce GT 755M SLI vs HD Graphics 530
GeForce GT 755M SLI
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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. The GeForce GT 755M SLI is positioned at rank #285 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 755M SLI
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The HD Graphics 530 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 755M SLI offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the HD Graphics 530 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 GT 755M SLI and HD Graphics 530
GeForce GT 755M SLI
The GeForce GT 755M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 980 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 2W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,280 points.
HD Graphics 530
The HD Graphics 530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 755M SLI scores 3,280 and the HD Graphics 530 reaches 3,311 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 755M SLI is built on Kepler while the HD Graphics 530 uses Generation 9.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 192 (HD Graphics 530).
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,280 | 3,311 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 768+300% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GT 755M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics 530 has 0 MB. The GeForce GT 755M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 12 (HD Graphics 530). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.1 | 4.3+5% |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs Quick Sync (Skylake) (HD Graphics 530). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs Gen 9. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 (HD Graphics 530).
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (1st Gen) | Quick Sync (Skylake) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | Gen 9 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 755M SLI draws 2W versus the HD Graphics 530's 15W — a 152.9% difference. The GeForce GT 755M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 1W (HD Graphics 530). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 2W-87% | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 75°C-17% |
| Perf/Watt | 1640.0+643% | 220.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 755M SLI launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the HD Graphics 530 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The HD Graphics 530 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.6 (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs Infinity (HD Graphics 530) — the HD Graphics 530 offers Infinity% better value. The HD Graphics 530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.6 | Infinity |
| Codename | N14P-? | Skylake GT2 |
| Release | November 1 2013 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #554 | #887 |
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