Intel UHD Graphics 620 vs GeForce RTX 4070
Intel UHD Graphics 620
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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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The GeForce RTX 4070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2485.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (12 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 620.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2485.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2485.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4070 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 620 and GeForce RTX 4070
Intel UHD Graphics 620
The Intel UHD Graphics 620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,041 points.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Intel UHD Graphics 620 scores 1,041 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 2485.9%. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 14 nm++ vs 5 nm. Shader units: 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 0.384 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 2475 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,041 | 26,919+2486% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 14 nm++ | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 5888+2967% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.384 TFLOPS | 29.15 TFLOPS+7491% |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 2475 MHz+148% |
| ROPs | 3 | 64+2033% |
| TMUs | 24 | 184+667% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Intel UHD Graphics 620 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 192-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: QuickSync vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | QuickSync | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 620 draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 172.1% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-93% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 304mm |
| Height | — | 137mm |
| Slots | — | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 69.4 | 134.6+94% |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 620 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 costs 100+% less ($550 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 620) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the Intel UHD Graphics 620 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 48.9 |
| Codename | Kaby Lake GT2 | AD104 |
| Release | September 1 2017 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #875 | #32 |
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