Intel UHD Graphics 610
VS
GeForce GT 640M LE

Intel UHD Graphics 610 vs GeForce GT 640M LE

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 610

2017Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GT 640M LE

2012Core: Up to 625 MHzBoost: 645 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 LE

#376
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1246%
#378
1130%
#379
1127%
#383
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1025%
#384
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1018%
#386
GeForce GT 640M LE
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
100%
#387
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
100%
#388
GeForce GT 755M Mac Edition
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
99%
#389
HD Graphics 520
MSRP: $100|Avg: $35
99%
#390
Radeon HD 8600/8700M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
99%
#391
Radeon R9 M395X
MSRP: $600|Avg: $150
98%
#393
Radeon R9 M485X
MSRP: $450|Avg: $150
97%
#394
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
97%
#395
Radeon HD 6650A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
96%
#396
GeForce 920A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
95%
#397
GeForce 930A
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
95%
#398
Mobility Radeon HD 4650
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
94%
#400
Radeon R9 M290X
MSRP: $400|Avg: $60
92%
#401
Radeon HD 7670
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 640M LE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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 610.

InsightIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / 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 GeForce GT 640M LE 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 610 and GeForce GT 640M LE

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 610

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 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: 687 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GT 640M LE

The GeForce GT 640M LE 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: 697 points.

Graphics Performance

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 scores 687 and the GeForce GT 640M LE reaches 697 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce GT 640M LE uses Kepler, both on 14 nm+++ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs 384 (GeForce GT 640M LE). Raw compute: 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 640M LE). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 645 MHz.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
G3D Mark Score
687
697+1%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
Kepler
Process Node
14 nm+++
28 nm
Shading Units
184
384+109%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.4232 TFLOPS
0.48 TFLOPS+13%
Boost Clock
1150 MHz+78%
645 MHz
ROPs
3
16+433%
TMUs
23
32+39%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
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 UHD Graphics 610 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 640M LE has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 640M LE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
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 UHD Graphics 610) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 640M LE). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12 (11_0)
Vulkan
1.3+8%
1.2
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
4+33%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GT 640M LE). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,JPEG,VC-1 (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 640M LE).

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
Encoder
Quick Sync Video
NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder
Quick Sync Video
VP5
Codecs
H.265/HEVC,H.264,VP9,VP8,JPEG,VC-1
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4
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Power & Dimensions

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 draws 15W versus the GeForce GT 640M LE's 32W — a 72.3% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs 350W (GeForce GT 640M LE). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
TDP
15W-53%
32W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
75°C-12%
85
Perf/Watt
45.8+110%
21.8
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Value Analysis

The Intel UHD Graphics 610 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GT 640M LE launched at $80 and now averages $20. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 costs 100+% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 610) vs 34.9 (GeForce GT 640M LE) — the Intel UHD Graphics 610 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 610 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 610GeForce GT 640M LE
MSRP
$0-100%
$80
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$20
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
34.9
Codename
Comet Lake GT2
GK107
Release
October 1 2017
March 22 2012
Ranking
#824
#909