Intel UHD Graphics 730 vs Radeon Vega 8
Intel UHD Graphics 730
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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 Radeon Vega 8
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Vega 8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% 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 730.
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.2 (2022−2023) (10nm) | GCN 5.1 (2018−2022) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Vega 8 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 730 and Radeon Vega 8
Intel UHD Graphics 730
The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Generation 12.2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1550 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,537 points.
Radeon Vega 8
The Radeon Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 13 2021. It features the GCN 5.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1900 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,569 points.
Graphics Performance
The Intel UHD Graphics 730 scores 1,537 and the Radeon Vega 8 reaches 1,569 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is built on Generation 12.2 while the Radeon Vega 8 uses GCN 5.1, both on 10 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 730) vs 448 (Radeon Vega 8). Raw compute: 0.5952 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 730) vs 1.702 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 8). Boost clocks: 1550 MHz vs 1900 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,537 | 1,569+2% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.2 | GCN 5.1 |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 448+133% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5952 TFLOPS | 1.702 TFLOPS+186% |
| Boost Clock | 1550 MHz | 1900 MHz+23% |
| ROPs | 6 | 8+33% |
| TMUs | 12 | 28+133% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 730 draws 15W versus the Radeon Vega 8's 45W — a 100% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 730) vs 1W (Radeon Vega 8). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-67% | 45W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 102.5+194% | 34.9 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics 730 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon Vega 8 launched at $150 and now averages $40. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 730) vs 39.2 (Radeon Vega 8) — the Intel UHD Graphics 730 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 39.2 |
| Codename | Raptor Lake GT1 | Cezanne |
| Release | January 3 2023 | April 13 2021 |
| Ranking | #749 | #601 |
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