UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) vs GRID K240Q

Performance Spectrum - GPU

UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)

15

2,500

0.0%

HD Graphics 630

Iris Plus Graphics 640

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

Iris Plus Graphics 950

UHD Graphics Xe 750 32EUs

2,541

+1.6%

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K240Q

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

99%

#92

RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

97%

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

96%

#195

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2908%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

100%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#212

FirePro V4900

MSRP: $200|Avg: $47

99%

#213

GRID K160Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

99%

#215

Quadro

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

98%

#216

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

97%

#219

FirePro W7000 Adapter

MSRP: $899|Avg: $15

96%

#220

Quadro K420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

95%

#223

FirePro W7000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $50

94%

#224

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700

MSRP: $169|Avg: $100

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is significantly newer (2022 vs 2013). 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 GRID K240Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID K240Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% 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 UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen).

Insight	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)
Longevity	Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $40 for the GRID K240Q, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 96.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+96.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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.

UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) Benchmark Check

GRID K240Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) and GRID K240Q

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.

GRID K240Q

The GRID K240Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,541 points. Launch price was $469.

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Graphics Performance

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) scores 2,500 and the GRID K240Q reaches 2,541 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is built on Gen. 12 while the GRID K240Q uses Kepler, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 64 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) vs 1,536 (GRID K240Q).

Feature	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
G3D Mark Score	2,500	2,541+2%
Architecture	Gen. 12	Kepler
Process Node	10 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	64	1536+2300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GRID K240Q has 2 GB. The GRID K240Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) draws 15W versus the GRID K240Q's 225W — a 175% difference. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) vs 350W (GRID K240Q). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)	GRID K240Q
TDP	15W-93%	225W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	166.7+1375%	11.3

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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GRID K240Q launched at $500 and now averages $40. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 125.0 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) vs 63.5 (GRID K240Q) — the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers 96.9% better value. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2013).