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Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
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GeForce 840M
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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 Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is positioned at rank 465 and the GeForce 840M is on rank 352, so the GeForce 840M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 840M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 840M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 840M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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 840M 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 690 GPU and GeForce 840M
Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 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: 1,072 points.
GeForce 840M
The GeForce 840M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,100 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU scores 1,072 and the GeForce 840M reaches 1,100 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,072 | 1,100+3% |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 840M has 2 GB. The GeForce 840M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU draws 7W versus the GeForce 840M's 33W — a 130% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU) vs 350W (GeForce 840M). Power connectors: Integrated vs Legacy.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-79% | 33W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Legacy |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 153.1+360% | 33.3 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU | GeForce 840M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | — |
| Codename | — | GM108 |
| Release | December 6 2018 | March 12 2014 |
| Ranking | #860 | #854 |
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