Intel UHD Graphics 615 vs Radeon R7 A8-8650
Intel UHD Graphics 615
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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 R7 A8-8650 is on rank 309, so the Radeon R7 A8-8650 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Intel UHD Graphics 615
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 A8-8650
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses modern memory architecture. 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 R7 A8-8650 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 A8-8650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB 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.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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
The Radeon R7 A8-8650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $50 for the Intel UHD Graphics 615, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 150.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+150.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 R7 A8-8650
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.
Radeon R7 A8-8650
The Radeon R7 A8-8650 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 9 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 825 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 719 points.
Graphics Performance
The Intel UHD Graphics 615 scores 717 and the Radeon R7 A8-8650 reaches 719 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Radeon R7 A8-8650 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 384 (Radeon R7 A8-8650). Raw compute: 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 0.6336 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 A8-8650). Boost clocks: 1050 MHz vs 825 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 717 | 719 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 384+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4032 TFLOPS | 0.6336 TFLOPS+57% |
| Boost Clock | 1050 MHz+27% | 825 MHz |
| ROPs | 3 | 8+167% |
| TMUs | 24 | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 615 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R7 A8-8650 has 512 MB. The Radeon R7 A8-8650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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_1 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon R7 A8-8650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (12_0) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 A8-8650). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 6.0.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | VCE 2.0 |
| Decoder | QuickSync | UVD 6.0 |
| Codecs | — | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 615 draws 15W versus the Radeon R7 A8-8650's 30W — a 66.7% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 350W (Radeon R7 A8-8650). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-50% | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 72 |
| Perf/Watt | 47.8+99% | 24.0 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 615 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R7 A8-8650 launched at $49 and now averages $20. The Radeon R7 A8-8650 costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.3 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) vs 36.0 (Radeon R7 A8-8650) — the Radeon R7 A8-8650 offers 151.7% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | Radeon R7 A8-8650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $49-51% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $20-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.3 | 36.0+152% |
| Codename | Amber Lake GT2 | Opal |
| Release | November 7 2018 | January 9 2014 |
| Ranking | #921 | #890 |
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