Intel UHD Graphics
VS
GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Intel UHD Graphics vs GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics

2021Core: 350 MHzBoost: 750 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 550 Ti

2011Core: 900 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

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Intel UHD Graphics is significantly newer (2021 vs 2011). The Intel UHD Graphics likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 550 Ti lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 550 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (3 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.

InsightIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)
Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity
Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 550 Ti 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 and GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics

The Intel UHD Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 11 2021. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 750 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 10 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,511 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 550 Ti

The GeForce GTX 550 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 116W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,558 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

The Intel UHD Graphics scores 1,511 and the GeForce GTX 550 Ti reaches 1,558 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics is built on Generation 11.0 while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti uses Fermi 2.0, both on 10 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 256 (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 192 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti). Raw compute: 0.384 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 0.6912 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 550 Ti).

FeatureIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
G3D Mark Score
1,511
1,558+3%
Architecture
Generation 11.0
Fermi 2.0
Process Node
10 nm+
40 nm
Shading Units
256+33%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.384 TFLOPS
0.6912 TFLOPS+80%
ROPs
8
24+200%
TMUs
16
32+100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Intel UHD Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
3 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Intel UHD Graphics draws 10W versus the GeForce GTX 550 Ti's 116W — a 168.3% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 550 Ti). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
TDP
10W-91%
116W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
400W
Power Connector
Integrated
1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt
151.1+1028%
13.4
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Value Analysis

The Intel UHD Graphics launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $25. The Intel UHD Graphics costs 100+% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 62.3 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti) — the Intel UHD Graphics offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2011).

FeatureIntel UHD GraphicsGeForce GTX 550 Ti
MSRP
$0-100%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$25
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
62.3
Codename
Jasper Lake GT1
GF116
Release
January 11 2021
March 15 2011
Ranking
#666
#761