Intel UHD Graphics 605 vs GeForce 7950 GT
Intel UHD Graphics 605
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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
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 7950 GT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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 | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel UHD Graphics 605 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 Intel UHD Graphics 605 and GeForce 7950 GT
Intel UHD Graphics 605
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 184 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 364 points.
GeForce 7950 GT
The GeForce 7950 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Intel UHD Graphics 605 scores 364 versus the GeForce 7950 GT's 346 — the Intel UHD Graphics 605 leads by 5.2%. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce 7950 GT uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm+++ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 640 (GeForce 7950 GT). Raw compute: 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 1.389 TFLOPS (GeForce 7950 GT). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1085 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 364+5% | 346 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 14 nm+++ | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 184 | 640+248% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4232 TFLOPS | 1.389 TFLOPS+228% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz+6% | 1085 MHz |
| ROPs | 3 | 16+433% |
| TMUs | 23 | 40+74% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Intel UHD Graphics 605 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7950 GT has 512 MB. The GeForce 7950 GT offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7950 GT). Vulkan: 1.0 vs None. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1)+33% | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.4+110% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs No (GeForce 7950 GT). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: H.265/HEVC,VP9,H.264,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce 7950 GT).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | No |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | PureVideo |
| Codecs | H.265/HEVC,VP9,H.264,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 draws 15W versus the GeForce 7950 GT's 75W — a 133.3% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 250W (GeForce 7950 GT). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-80% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 250W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 198mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 24.3+428% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce 7950 GT launched at $299 and now averages $50. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 6.9 (GeForce 7950 GT) — the Intel UHD Graphics 605 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 6.9 |
| Codename | Comet Lake GT2 | GM107 |
| Release | October 1 2017 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #824 | #501 |
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