Radeon HD 6850 X2 vs UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
Radeon HD 6850 X2
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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
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is significantly newer (2022 vs 2011). The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 6850 X2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% 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 UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen).
| Insight | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $50 for the Radeon HD 6850 X2, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 146.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+146.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 Radeon HD 6850 X2 and UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
Radeon HD 6850 X2
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 19 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 960 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 254W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,534 points.
UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1400 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 scores 2,534 and the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is built on TeraScale 2 while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) uses Gen. 12, both on 40 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 960 (Radeon HD 6850 X2) vs 64 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)).
| Feature | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,534+1% | 2,500 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | Gen. 12 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 960 ×2+1400% | 64 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) has 0 MB. The Radeon HD 6850 X2 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 draws 254W versus the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)'s 15W — a 177.7% difference. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (Radeon HD 6850 X2) vs 1W (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 254W | 15W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 285mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 10.0 | 166.7+1567% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 launched at $350 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) launched at $0 and now averages $20. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.7 (Radeon HD 6850 X2) vs 125.0 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) — the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers 146.5% better value. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2011).
| Feature | Radeon HD 6850 X2 | UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $350 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $20-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 50.7 | 125.0+147% |
| Codename | Barts | Alder Lake Xe |
| Release | September 19 2011 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #630 | #599 |
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