Intel UHD Graphics 605 vs Radeon R4
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 Per Dollar
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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 Radeon R4 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| 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 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 Radeon R4
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.
Radeon R4
The Radeon R4 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $79.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Intel UHD Graphics 605 scores 364 versus the Radeon R4's 346 — the Intel UHD Graphics 605 leads by 5.2%. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Radeon R4 uses GCN 4.0, both on 14 nm+++ vs 14 nm. Shader units: 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 384 (Radeon R4). Raw compute: 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 0.9085 TFLOPS (Radeon R4). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1124 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 364+5% | 346 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+++ | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 184 | 384+109% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4232 TFLOPS | 0.9085 TFLOPS+115% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz+2% | 1124 MHz |
| ROPs | 3 | 16+433% |
| TMUs | 23 | 24+4% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R4 has 512 MB. The Radeon R4 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 draws 15W versus the Radeon R4's 50W — a 107.7% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 350W (Radeon R4). Power connectors: Integrated vs None.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-70% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 24.3+252% | 6.9 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 605 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon R4 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The Intel UHD Graphics 605 costs 100+% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 605) vs 17.3 (Radeon R4) — the Intel UHD Graphics 605 offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 17.3 |
| Codename | Comet Lake GT2 | Lexa |
| Release | October 1 2017 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #824 | #773 |
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