Intel UHD Graphics 630 vs Iris Graphics 540
Intel UHD Graphics 630
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Iris Graphics 540
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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 Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Graphics 540 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 630.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Graphics 540 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 630 and Iris Graphics 540
Intel UHD Graphics 630
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 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: 1,231 points.
Iris Graphics 540
The Iris Graphics 540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,270 points.
Graphics Performance
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 scores 1,231 and the Iris Graphics 540 reaches 1,270 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Iris Graphics 540 uses Generation 9.0, both on 14 nm+++ vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 630) vs 384 (Iris Graphics 540). Raw compute: 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 630) vs 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Graphics 540). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1000 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,231 | 1,270+3% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+++ | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 184 | 384+109% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4232 TFLOPS | 0.768 TFLOPS+81% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz+15% | 1000 MHz |
| ROPs | 3 | 6+100% |
| TMUs | 23 | 48+109% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 draws 15W versus the Iris Graphics 540's 15W — a 0% difference. The Iris Graphics 540 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 630) vs 1W (Iris Graphics 540). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 82.1 | 84.7+3% |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Iris Graphics 540 launched at $0 and now averages $0. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 630) vs Infinity (Iris Graphics 540) — the Iris Graphics 540 offers NaN% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Graphics 540 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0 | $0 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | Infinity |
| Codename | Comet Lake GT2 | Skylake GT3e |
| Release | October 1 2017 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #824 | #808 |
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