Intel UHD Graphics 615
VS
Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

Intel UHD Graphics 615 vs Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 615

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1050 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

2012Core: 675 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. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is positioned at rank 412 and the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is on rank 218, so the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Intel UHD Graphics 615

#401
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1514%
#403
1373%
#404
1369%
#408
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1245%
#409
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1236%
#411
Radeon R7 A365
MSRP: $109|Avg: $55
100%
#412
Intel UHD Graphics 615
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
100%
#413
Radeon 3015e
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
100%
#414
Radeon HD 7620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
100%
#415
Radeon R9 M390X
MSRP: $550|Avg: $120
99%
#416
Arc 8-Core iGPU
MSRP: $503|Avg: $400
97%
#417
Mobility Radeon HD 4670
MSRP: $67|Avg: $20
96%
#418
96%
#419
Radeon R9 M385
MSRP: $300|Avg: $60
96%
#420
Radeon R5 235
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
96%
#421
Radeon R9 M375X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
95%
#422
Radeon HD 6620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
95%
#423
Radeon R5 310
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#424
Radeon HD 7690M XT
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
94%
#425
Radeon HD 7600G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
93%
#426
Radeon R7 A265
MSRP: $149|Avg: $149
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

#52
Radeon 8060S
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
93%
#208
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
447%
#210
405%
#211
404%
#215
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
367%
#216
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
365%
#218
Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#221
Radeon HD 6550A
MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
97%
#222
96%
#224
GeForce GT 640M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
93%
#228
GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
MSRP: $149|Avg: $40
91%
#230
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
MSRP: $150|Avg: $75
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Intel UHD Graphics 615 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% 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 615.

InsightIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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 Radeon HD 7550M/7650M 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 615 and Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 615

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in November 7 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 717 points.

AMD

Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 729 points.

Graphics Performance

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 scores 717 and the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M reaches 729 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 640 (Radeon HD 7550M/7650M). Raw compute: 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 0.864 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7550M/7650M).

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
G3D Mark Score
717
729+2%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
GCN 1.0
Process Node
14 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
192
640+233%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.4032 TFLOPS
0.864 TFLOPS+114%
ROPs
3
16+433%
TMUs
24
40+67%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M has 1 GB. The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs System.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
1 GB
Memory Type
Shared
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
System
System
Bus Width
System
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 draws 15W versus the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M's 40W — a 90.9% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7550M/7650M). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
TDP
15W-63%
40W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
1x 6-pin
Length
1mm
Slots
0
Perf/Watt
47.8+163%
18.2
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Value Analysis

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).

FeatureIntel UHD Graphics 615Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
MSRP
$100
Avg Price (30d)
$50
Codename
Amber Lake GT2
Heathrow
Release
November 7 2018
April 24 2012
Ranking
#921
#787