UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs vs UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lak...

Performance Spectrum - GPU

UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs

28

2,400

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)

15

2,500

+4.2%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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 UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs.

Insight	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+4.2%)
Longevity	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)	Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (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

The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $20 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 4.2% better value per dollar than the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs.

Insight	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+4.2%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 Xe G4 48EUs Benchmark Check

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

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs and UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)

UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,400 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.

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Graphics Performance

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs scores 2,400 and the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) uses Gen. 12, both on a 10 nm process. Shader units: 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 64 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)). Boost clocks: 1450 MHz vs 1400 MHz.

Feature	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
G3D Mark Score	2,400	2,500+4%
Architecture	Gen. 11 Ice Lake	Gen. 12
Process Node	10 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	48	64+33%
Boost Clock	1450 MHz+4%	1400 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	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	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

Feature	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	Shared	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	System	System
Bus Width	System	System

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Power & Dimensions

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs draws 28W versus the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)'s 15W — a 60.5% difference. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 1W (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

Feature	UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs	UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
TDP	28W	15W-46%
Recommended PSU	1W	1W
Power Connector	Integrated	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	85.7	166.7+95%

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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) launched at $0 and now averages $20. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 120.0 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 125.0 (UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)) — the UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) offers 4.2% better value. The UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).