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HD Graphics 630
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GeForce 940A
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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 HD Graphics 630 is positioned at rank 350 and the GeForce 940A is on rank 320, 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 HD Graphics 630
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 940A
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 | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| 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 | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+167.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) |
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 HD Graphics 630 and GeForce 940A
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The HD Graphics 630 scores 1,111 and the GeForce 940A reaches 1,107 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The HD Graphics 630 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce 940A uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm++ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (HD Graphics 630) vs 384 (GeForce 940A). Raw compute: 0.384 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 630) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 940A). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1124 MHz.
| Feature | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,111 | 1,107 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 14 nm++ | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 384+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.384 TFLOPS | 0.8632 TFLOPS+125% |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 1124 MHz+12% |
| ROPs | 3 | 8+167% |
| TMUs | 24+50% | 16 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HD Graphics 630 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 940A has 512 MB. The GeForce 940A offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The HD Graphics 630 draws 15W versus the GeForce 940A's 33W — a 75% difference. The HD Graphics 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (HD Graphics 630) vs 350W (GeForce 940A). Power connectors: Integrated vs Legacy.
| Feature | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-55% | 33W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Legacy |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 74.1+121% | 33.5 |
Value Analysis
The HD Graphics 630 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce 940A launched at $80 and now averages $80. The HD Graphics 630 costs 62.5% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.0 (HD Graphics 630) vs 13.8 (GeForce 940A) — the HD Graphics 630 offers 168.1% better value. The HD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).
| Feature | HD Graphics 630 | GeForce 940A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $80-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-63% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 37.0+168% | 13.8 |
| Codename | Kaby Lake GT2 | GM108 |
| Release | January 1 2017 | March 13 2015 |
| Ranking | #823 | #853 |
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