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HD Graphics P530
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FirePro M40003
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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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M40003
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro M40003 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics P530.
| Insight | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the FirePro M40003 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 HD Graphics P530 and FirePro M40003
HD Graphics P530
The HD Graphics P530 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 1150 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,310 points.
FirePro M40003
The FirePro M40003 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,364 points.
Graphics Performance
The HD Graphics P530 scores 1,310 and the FirePro M40003 reaches 1,364 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The HD Graphics P530 is built on Generation 9.0 while the FirePro M40003 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm+ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (HD Graphics P530) vs 512 (FirePro M40003). Raw compute: 0.4416 TFLOPS (HD Graphics P530) vs 0.6912 TFLOPS (FirePro M40003).
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,310 | 1,364+4% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 512+167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4416 TFLOPS | 0.6912 TFLOPS+57% |
| ROPs | 3 | 16+433% |
| TMUs | 16 | 32+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 P530 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M40003 has 4 GB. The FirePro M40003 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (HD Graphics P530) vs 12 (FirePro M40003). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 6.
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 6+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync 5 (HD Graphics P530) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro M40003). Decoder: Quick Sync 5 vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,MPEG-2,VP9 (HD Graphics P530) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (FirePro M40003).
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync 5 | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | Quick Sync 5 | UVD 4.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,MPEG-2,VP9 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The HD Graphics P530 draws 15W versus the FirePro M40003's 33W — a 75% difference. The HD Graphics P530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (HD Graphics P530) vs 350W (FirePro M40003). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-55% | 33W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 82mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 87.3+111% | 41.3 |
Value Analysis
The HD Graphics P530 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the FirePro M40003 launched at $150 and now averages $72. The HD Graphics P530 costs 100+% less ($72 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (HD Graphics P530) vs 18.9 (FirePro M40003) — the HD Graphics P530 offers Infinity% better value. The HD Graphics P530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | HD Graphics P530 | FirePro M40003 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $72 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 18.9 |
| Codename | Skylake GT2 | Chelsea |
| Release | September 1 2015 | June 27 2012 |
| Ranking | #859 | #752 |
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