GPU Comparison

Intel HD Graphics P530 and AMD FirePro W4190M are both end-of-life mobile graphics solutions, but benchmark results show they perform nearly identically in compute workloads. In the sole head-to-head benchmark available, the Intel HD Graphics P530 edges out the AMD FirePro W4190M by 1% in Geekbench OpenCL, with scores of 4549 and 4505 respectively. Both GPUs sit at the 26th percentile of all GPUs, placing them firmly in the entry-level performance tier. The data reveals that despite radically different architectures, memory subsystems, and manufacturing processes, these two products deliver essentially equivalent raw compute performance, making the choice between them dependent on platform integration rather than outright speed.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU is faster in the available benchmark?

A: The Intel HD Graphics P530 wins the only head-to-head benchmark, scoring 4549 in Geekbench OpenCL against the AMD FirePro W4190M’s 4505. The delta is 1%, which is within run-to-run variance but still a win for Intel.

Q: How do these GPUs compare to their nearest rivals?

A: The Intel HD Graphics P530’s average benchmark score is 4560, placing it 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 560 (4569), 0.4% behind the AMD Radeon R5 M230 (4577), and 1.3% behind the NVIDIA Quadro M3000M (4621). The AMD FirePro W4190M averages 4505, which is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon R7 M260 (4499) but 1.2% behind the Intel HD Graphics P530 itself.

Q: Do these GPUs have different memory configurations?

A: Yes, the difference is substantial. The AMD FirePro W4190M has 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus with 64.00 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel HD Graphics P530 uses System Shared memory, with its bandwidth listed as “System Dependent” and no dedicated VRAM.

Q: What are the architectural generations of these chips?

A: The Intel HD Graphics P530 is built on Generation 9.0 architecture (Skylake GT2) using a 14 nm+ process from Intel. The AMD FirePro W4190M uses GCN 1.0 architecture (Opal chip) on a 28 nm process manufactured by TSMC.

Q: Which GPU has higher clock speeds?

A: The AMD FirePro W4190M operates at a base clock of 825 MHz and a boost clock of 900 MHz. The Intel HD Graphics P530 runs at a lower 350 MHz base clock but boosts to 1000 MHz. The AMD part has a higher base clock, while the Intel part has a higher boost clock.

Q: What API levels do these GPUs support?

A: The Intel HD Graphics P530 supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.3. The AMD FirePro W4190M supports DirectX 12 (11_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170. Intel has a newer Vulkan revision, while AMD has a slightly lower DirectX feature level.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two GPUs is foundational. The Intel HD Graphics P530 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) built into a Skylake GT2 chip, using Intel’s Generation 9.0 architecture on a 14 nm+ process node. Its die size is 123 mm², and it connects to the system via a Ring Bus interface. The AMD FirePro W4190M, in contrast, is a discrete mobile GPU based on the Opal chip, using the older GCN 1.0 architecture on a 28 nm process from TSMC. Its die is smaller at 77 mm², but it packs 950 million transistors, yielding a transistor density of 12.3M per mm². The Intel part has no transistor count listed, but its larger die on a more advanced process node suggests a different design philosophy.

Compute resource allocation differs significantly. The Intel HD Graphics P530 has 192 shading units, 16 texture mapping units (TMUs), and only 3 raster output units (ROPs). The AMD FirePro W4190M has double the shading units at 384, more TMUs at 24, and nearly triple the ROPs at 8. This gives the AMD part higher theoretical pixel and texture rates: 7.200 GPixel/s and 21.60 GTexel/s respectively, versus the Intel part’s 3.000 GPixel/s and 16.00 GTexel/s. However, in FP32 compute, the AMD part delivers 691.2 GFLOPS, while the Intel part manages 384.0 GFLOPS. The Intel part also lists FP16 performance at 768.0 GFLOPS (2:1 ratio), while the AMD part has no FP16 figure listed.

Memory architecture is another major divider. The Intel HD Graphics P530 uses System Shared memory with a System Shared bus width and System Dependent bandwidth. The AMD FirePro W4190M has 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus, with memory clocked at 1000 MHz (4 Gbps effective) and bandwidth of 64.00 GB/s. This dedicated memory gives the AMD part a clear theoretical advantage in memory-bound workloads, though the benchmark data does not reflect a significant real-world gap.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The only direct benchmark comparison available is Geekbench OpenCL, and the result is extremely close. The Intel HD Graphics P530 scores 4549, while the AMD FirePro W4190M scores 4505. The Intel part wins by 1%. This is a marginal victory, and the average benchmark scores tell the same story: Intel averages 4560, AMD averages 4505, a difference of roughly 1.2% in Intel’s favor.

Looking at the nearest rival data provides context for these scores. The Intel HD Graphics P530’s 4560 average places it just 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 560 (4569) and 0.4% behind the AMD Radeon R5 M230 (4577). The AMD FirePro W4190M’s 4505 average is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon R7 M260 (4499). Notably, the two GPUs appear in each other’s nearest rival lists, confirming their performance parity. The Intel part is 1.3% behind the NVIDIA Quadro M3000M (4621), while the AMD part is 1.4% behind the AMD Radeon RX 560 (4569) and 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon R5 M230 (4577).

The benchmark data shows no significant victory for either side. The Intel HD Graphics P530 wins the OpenCL test, but the margin is within noise. Neither GPU demonstrates a decisive advantage in compute performance, which is surprising given the AMD part’s higher shading unit count, dedicated memory, and higher theoretical FP32 throughput. The practical scores suggest that driver optimization and memory access patterns may be limiting the AMD part, or that the Intel part’s system-shared memory benefits from faster system RAM in the test environment.

The Verdict

From the data, the Intel HD Graphics P530 is the better choice for raw compute performance, winning the only head-to-head benchmark by 1% and posting a higher average score of 4560 versus 4505. It also offers a newer Vulkan API version (1.3 versus 1.2.170) and a higher DirectX feature level (12_1 versus 11_1). The Intel part’s 14 nm+ process node is more advanced than AMD’s 28 nm, and its 15 W TDP is specified, while the AMD part has no listed TDP.

However, the AMD FirePro W4190M has clear advantages in memory architecture. Its 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 with 64.00 GB/s bandwidth is a substantial upgrade over the Intel part’s System Shared memory. For applications that are sensitive to memory latency or bandwidth, the AMD part could perform better in real-world scenarios, even if the synthetic benchmark does not show it. The AMD part also has a higher base clock (825 MHz versus 350 MHz) and more shading units (384 versus 192), suggesting better headroom for certain workloads.

The verdict depends on the use case. For integrated systems where power efficiency and minimal footprint are priorities, the Intel HD Graphics P530 is the data-backed winner. For discrete mobile workstations where dedicated VRAM is essential, the AMD FirePro W4190M offers architectural benefits that are not fully reflected in the benchmark scores.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ in nearly every hardware specification. The Intel HD Graphics P530 uses a 14 nm+ process from Intel, while the AMD FirePro W4190M uses a 28 nm process from TSMC. The Intel die is 123 mm², while the AMD die is 77 mm² with 950 million transistors and a density of 12.3M per mm². The Intel base clock is 350 MHz with a boost of 1000 MHz; the AMD base clock is 825 MHz with a boost of 900 MHz. The Intel part has 192 shading units, 16 TMUs, and 3 ROPs; the AMD part has 384 shading units, 24 TMUs, and 8 ROPs. Pixel rate is 3.000 GPixel/s for Intel and 7.200 GPixel/s for AMD. Texture rate is 16.00 GTexel/s for Intel and 21.60 GTexel/s for AMD. FP32 compute is 384.0 GFLOPS for Intel and 691.2 GFLOPS for AMD. The Intel part lists FP16 at 768.0 GFLOPS; the AMD part has no FP16 figure. TDP is 15 W for Intel, with no TDP listed for AMD. The Intel slot width is IGP, while AMD uses an MXM Module. The AMD part has no power connectors, while the Intel part has none listed. The bus interface is Ring Bus for Intel and PCIe 3.0 x8 for AMD. Display outputs are motherboard dependent for Intel and portable device dependent for AMD. The AMD part uses 2 GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus with 64.00 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel uses System Shared memory.

Where Each One Wins

Intel HD Graphics P530 wins on:

• Compute benchmark: 4549 versus 4505 in Geekbench OpenCL, a 1% lead.
• Average benchmark score: 4560 versus 4505, a 1.2% advantage.
• API support: DirectX 12 (12_1) versus 12 (11_1), and Vulkan 1.3 versus 1.2.170.
• Process node: 14 nm+ versus 28 nm, indicating better power efficiency potential.
• Listed TDP: 15 W, allowing for predictable thermal management in thin systems.
• Boost clock: 1000 MHz versus 900 MHz.

AMD FirePro W4190M wins on:

• Memory: 2 GB dedicated GDDR5 with 64.00 GB/s bandwidth versus System Shared.
• Memory bus: 128-bit versus System Shared.
• Base clock: 825 MHz versus 350 MHz.
• Shading units: 384 versus 192.
• TMUs: 24 versus 16.
• ROPs: 8 versus 3.
• Pixel rate: 7.200 GPixel/s versus 3.000 GPixel/s.
• Texture rate: 21.60 GTexel/s versus 16.00 GTexel/s.
• FP32 compute: 691.2 GFLOPS versus 384.0 GFLOPS.
• Bus interface: PCIe 3.0 x8 versus Ring Bus.

The data suggests the Intel part is the better choice for modern API support and compute benchmarks, while the AMD part offers superior theoretical graphics throughput and dedicated memory. Neither GPU shows a dominant position; the Intel part wins the only measured test, but the AMD part has architectural strengths that could matter in specific applications.