HD Graphics 6000 vs Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

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 Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The HD Graphics 6000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics 6000.

Insight	HD Graphics 6000	Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU 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.

HD Graphics 6000 Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of HD Graphics 6000 and Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

HD Graphics 6000

The HD Graphics 6000 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2014. It features the Generation 8.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 873 points.

Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 889 points.

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Graphics Performance

The HD Graphics 6000 scores 873 and the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU reaches 889 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	HD Graphics 6000	Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
G3D Mark Score	873	889+2%
Process Node	14 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	HD Graphics 6000	Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

Feature	HD Graphics 6000	Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	Shared	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
Bus Width	System	System

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Power & Dimensions

The HD Graphics 6000 draws 15W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU's 7W — a 72.7% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (HD Graphics 6000) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

Feature	HD Graphics 6000	Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
TDP	15W	7W-53%
Recommended PSU	1W	1W
Power Connector	Integrated	Integrated
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	58.2	127.0+118%

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Value Analysis

The HD Graphics 6000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU costs 100+% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 87.3 (HD Graphics 6000) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).