Intel UHD Graphics 605 vs GeForce GT 625
Intel UHD Graphics 605
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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 Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Intel UHD Graphics 605 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 625 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 625 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 605.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| 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 GeForce GT 625 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 GT 625
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 GT 625
The GeForce GT 625 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 375 points. Launch price was $279.
Graphics Performance
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 scores 364 and the GeForce GT 625 reaches 375 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce GT 625 uses Fermi, both on 14 nm+++ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 352 (GeForce GT 625). Raw compute: 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 625).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 364 | 375+3% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 14 nm+++ | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 184 | 352+91% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4232 TFLOPS | 0.8554 TFLOPS+102% |
| ROPs | 3 | 32+967% |
| TMUs | 23 | 44+91% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GT 625 has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 625 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 1 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 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 625). Vulkan: 1.0 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | N/A |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs None (GeForce GT 625). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.265/HEVC,VP9,H.264,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 625).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | None |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | PureVideo HD (VP5) |
| Codecs | H.265/HEVC,VP9,H.264,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 draws 15W versus the GeForce GT 625's 200W — a 172.1% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 250W (GeForce GT 625). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-93% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 250W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 70-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 24.3+1179% | 1.9 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GT 625 launched at $60 and now averages $15. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 25.0 (GeForce GT 625) — the Intel UHD Graphics 605 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | GeForce GT 625 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $60 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 25.0 |
| Codename | Comet Lake GT2 | GF100 |
| Release | October 1 2017 | May 31 2010 |
| Ranking | #824 | #618 |
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