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GeForce GTX 750
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HD Graphics 530
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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 Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 750 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics 530.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 750 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 GTX 750 and HD Graphics 530
GeForce GTX 750
The GeForce GTX 750 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,312 points. Launch price was $119.
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 GTX 750 scores 3,312 and the HD Graphics 530 reaches 3,311 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 750 is built on Maxwell while the HD Graphics 530 uses Generation 9.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 750) vs 192 (HD Graphics 530). Raw compute: 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 750) vs 0.3648 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 530). Boost clocks: 1085 MHz vs 950 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,312 | 3,311 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 512+167% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.111 TFLOPS+205% | 0.3648 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1085 MHz+14% | 950 MHz |
| ROPs | 16+433% | 3 |
| TMUs | 32+33% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 750 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics 530 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 750 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 80 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 750) vs 12 (HD Graphics 530). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 3rd Gen (GeForce GTX 750) vs Quick Sync (Skylake) (HD Graphics 530). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs Gen 9. Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 750) vs H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 (HD Graphics 530).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 3rd Gen | Quick Sync (Skylake) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | Gen 9 |
| Codecs | H.264 | H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 750 draws 55W versus the HD Graphics 530's 15W — a 114.3% difference. The HD Graphics 530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 750) vs 1W (HD Graphics 530). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W | 15W-73% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 60.2 | 220.7+267% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 750 launched at $120 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the HD Graphics 530 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The HD Graphics 530 costs 100+% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 94.6 (GeForce GTX 750) vs Infinity (HD Graphics 530) — the HD Graphics 530 offers Infinity% better value. The HD Graphics 530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 750 | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 94.6 | Infinity |
| Codename | GM107 | Skylake GT2 |
| Release | February 18 2014 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #559 | #887 |
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