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Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)
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Radeon HD 7990
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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
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) is significantly newer (2023 vs 2013). The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7990 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7990 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | Xe LPG (2023) (5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (305mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon HD 7990 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 Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) and Radeon HD 7990
Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1950 MHz. It has 4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,500 points.
Radeon HD 7990
The Radeon HD 7990 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 950 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,566 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) scores 5,500 and the Radeon HD 7990 reaches 5,566 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) is built on Xe LPG while the Radeon HD 7990 uses GCN 1.0, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4 (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs 2,048 (Radeon HD 7990). Boost clocks: 1950 MHz vs 1000 MHz.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,500 | 5,566+1% |
| Architecture | Xe LPG | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 4 | 2048 ×2+51100% |
| Boost Clock | 1950 MHz+95% | 1000 MHz |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7990 has 3 GB. The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 384-bit x2.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+33% | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 288 GB/s x2 |
| Bus Width | System | 384-bit x2 |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_2 (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs 12 (11_1) (Radeon HD 7990). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 5.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_2 | 12 (11_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 5+25% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon HD 7990). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 3.2. Supported codecs: MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Radeon HD 7990).
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | QuickSync | UVD 3.2 |
| Codecs | MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) draws 15W versus the Radeon HD 7990's 375W — a 184.6% difference. The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs 750W (Radeon HD 7990). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 305mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-96% | 375W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-53% | 750W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 305mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 366.7+2378% | 14.8 |
Value Analysis
The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon HD 7990 launched at $999 and now averages $999. The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) costs 100+% less ($999 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)) vs 5.6 (Radeon HD 7990) — the Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) offers Infinity% better value. The Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2013).
| Feature | Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | Radeon HD 7990 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $999 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 5.6 |
| Codename | Meteor Lake iGPU | Malta |
| Release | December 14 2023 | April 24 2013 |
| Ranking | #495 | #412 |
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