HD Graphics 620 vs GeForce GT 640M

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Intel HD Graphics 620

15

919

+1.3%

907

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

RTX 2000 Ada Generation Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 640M

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

99%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

96%

#214

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

479%

#216

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

434%

#217

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

433%

#221

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

394%

#222

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

391%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#228

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

98%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

97%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

95%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

94%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

93%

#239

Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel HD Graphics 620 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 640M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel HD Graphics 620 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.

Intel HD Graphics 620 Benchmark Check

GeForce GT 640M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Intel HD Graphics 620 and GeForce GT 640M

Intel HD Graphics 620

The Intel HD Graphics 620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 30 2016. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 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: 919 points.

GeForce GT 640M

The GeForce GT 640M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 625 MHz to 645 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 907 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Intel HD Graphics 620 scores 919 and the GeForce GT 640M reaches 907 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce GT 640M uses Kepler, both on 14 nm++ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs 384 (GeForce GT 640M). Raw compute: 0.384 TFLOPS (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 640M). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 645 MHz.

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
G3D Mark Score	919+1%	907
Architecture	Generation 9.5	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm++	28 nm
Shading Units	192	384+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.384 TFLOPS	0.48 TFLOPS+25%
Boost Clock	1000 MHz+55%	645 MHz
ROPs	3	16+433%
TMUs	24	32+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
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)

The Intel HD Graphics 620 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 640M has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 640M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 640M). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
DirectX	12 (12_1)+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.2+9%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GT 640M). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1,JPEG (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 640M).

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
Encoder	Quick Sync Video	NVENC 1.0
Decoder	Quick Sync Video	PureVideo HD VP5
Codecs	H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1,JPEG	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The Intel HD Graphics 620 draws 15W versus the GeForce GT 640M's 32W — a 72.3% difference. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs 350W (GeForce GT 640M). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 70°C.

Feature	Intel HD Graphics 620	GeForce GT 640M
TDP	15W-53%	32W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	90°C	70°C-22%
Perf/Watt	61.3+117%	28.3

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Value Analysis

The Intel HD Graphics 620 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel HD Graphics 620) vs 18.1 (GeForce GT 640M) — the Intel HD Graphics 620 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).