Radeon Vega 8 vs Intel UHD Graphics 730
Radeon Vega 8
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Intel UHD Graphics 730
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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. The Radeon Vega 8 is positioned at rank #363 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Vega 8
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Vega 8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 730.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | GCN 5.1 (2018−2022) (7nm) | Generation 12.2 (2022−2023) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Vega 8 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 Radeon Vega 8 and Intel UHD Graphics 730
Radeon Vega 8
The Radeon Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 13 2021. It features the GCN 5.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1900 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,569 points.
Intel UHD Graphics 730
The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Generation 12.2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1550 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,537 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 8 scores 1,569 and the Intel UHD Graphics 730 reaches 1,537 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 is built on GCN 5.1 while the Intel UHD Graphics 730 uses Generation 12.2, both on 7 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 448 (Radeon Vega 8) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Raw compute: 1.702 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 8) vs 0.5952 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Boost clocks: 1900 MHz vs 1550 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,569+2% | 1,537 |
| Architecture | GCN 5.1 | Generation 12.2 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 448+133% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.702 TFLOPS+186% | 0.5952 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1900 MHz+23% | 1550 MHz |
| ROPs | 8+33% | 6 |
| TMUs | 28+133% | 12 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Vega 8 draws 45W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 730's 15W — a 100% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W | 15W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 34.9 | 102.5+194% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 8 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Intel UHD Graphics 730 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.2 (Radeon Vega 8) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 730) — the Intel UHD Graphics 730 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.2 | Infinity |
| Codename | Cezanne | Raptor Lake GT1 |
| Release | April 13 2021 | January 3 2023 |
| Ranking | #601 | #749 |
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