Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU vs Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
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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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU 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 Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU 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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU and Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.
Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 125 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU scores 129 and the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU reaches 125 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 129+3% | 125 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 5 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 12_0 (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12_0 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU draws 7W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU's 7W — a 0% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W | 7W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Length | 1mm | 1mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 18.4+3% | 17.9 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU offers NaN% better value.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0 | $0 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | Infinity |
| Release | December 6 2018 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #915 | #860 |
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