Quadro K420 vs Intel UHD Graphics 615
Quadro K420
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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.
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 Quadro K420 is positioned at rank 220 and the Intel UHD Graphics 615 is on rank 412, so the Quadro K420 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K420
Performance Per Dollar Intel UHD Graphics 615
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 Quadro K420 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K420 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 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 615.
| Insight | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K420 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 153.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+153.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 Quadro K420 and Intel UHD Graphics 615
Quadro K420
The Quadro K420 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 771 MHz to 784 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 108W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 726 points. Launch price was $854.99.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K420 scores 726 and the Intel UHD Graphics 615 reaches 717 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K420 is built on Kepler while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (Quadro K420) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Raw compute: 2.107 TFLOPS (Quadro K420) vs 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Boost clocks: 784 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 726+1% | 717 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 1344+600% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.107 TFLOPS+423% | 0.4032 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 784 MHz | 1050 MHz+34% |
| ROPs | 32+967% | 3 |
| TMUs | 112+367% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Quadro K420 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 has 0 MB. The Quadro K420 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K420 draws 108W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 615's 15W — a 151.2% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K420) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 108W | 15W-86% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 6.7 | 47.8+613% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K420 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Quadro K420 costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.3 (Quadro K420) vs 14.3 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) — the Quadro K420 offers 153.8% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).
| Feature | Quadro K420 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-60% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.3+154% | 14.3 |
| Codename | GK104 | Amber Lake GT2 |
| Release | July 22 2014 | November 7 2018 |
| Ranking | #475 | #921 |
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