AMD Radeon R7 350 vs Intel UHD Graphics 750 Comparison

Intel UHD Graphics 750 and AMD Radeon R7 350 are both end-of-life graphics solutions that land in the same performance tier, with the Intel part averaging 7,441 points and the AMD part averaging 7,425 points across the benchmark suite. The data shows a virtual tie in aggregate, with the Intel UHD Graphics 750 holding a 0.2% edge over the Radeon R7 350. Both products sit at the 40th percentile among all GPUs, placing them in the lower-midrange of the performance spectrum, directly alongside the AMD Radeon HD 8850M (7,447 points, -0.1% relative to Intel) and just behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (7,472 points, -0.4% relative to Intel).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The two benchmark tests tell opposing stories, with each GPU taking one decisive victory. In Geekbench OpenCL, the AMD Radeon R7 350 scores 7,792 points, while the Intel UHD Graphics 750 scores 6,743 points. This represents a 13.5% advantage for the AMD part, a substantial margin that demonstrates the R7 350’s raw compute horsepower in OpenCL workloads. The 1,049-point gap suggests that AMD’s dedicated graphics card architecture has a meaningful edge in this particular API, likely due to its higher shading unit count and dedicated memory bandwidth.

However, the tables turn completely in Geekbench Vulkan. Here, the Intel UHD Graphics 750 scores 8,138 points against the Radeon R7 350’s 7,057 points. The Intel part wins by 15.3%, representing a 1,081-point swing. This is a remarkable reversal—the same two GPUs trade blows with nearly identical margins in opposite directions. The Intel iGPU’s Vulkan score is its stronger benchmark, while the AMD dGPU’s Vulkan result is notably weaker than its OpenCL showing. This suggests that Intel’s Generation 12.1 architecture has better Vulkan driver optimization or hardware feature support, while AMD’s GCN 1.0 design, despite being older, excels in OpenCL compute tasks.

The net result is a split decision: each GPU wins exactly one benchmark. The average scores reflect this near-parity, with the Intel part’s 7,441 average barely edging out AMD’s 7,425 average. The deltaPct values in the nearestRivals data confirm this tight grouping—the Intel UHD Graphics 750 is only 0.2% above the R7 350, and the R7 350 is 0.2% below the Intel part. Interestingly, both GPUs trail the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 by 0.4% and 0.6% respectively, and both sit behind the Intel Arc A310 by 1.4% and 1.7% respectively. This places both parts in a very narrow performance band where benchmark selection matters more than the hardware itself.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two GPUs is stark, starting with the process node. Intel builds the UHD Graphics 750 on a 14 nm+++ process at its own foundry, while AMD uses TSMC’s 28 nm process for the Cape Verde chip. This generational gap in manufacturing means Intel’s integrated solution achieves its performance at a fraction of the power draw—15 W versus 55 W for the AMD part. The transistor density numbers highlight this difference: AMD’s chip packs 1,500 million transistors into a 123 mm² die, yielding 12.2M transistors per mm², while Intel’s process allows for a much more efficient design without a listed transistor count.

The core configurations diverge significantly. The AMD Radeon R7 350 fields 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster output pipelines. The Intel UHD Graphics 750 counters with 256 shading units, 16 TMUs, and 8 ROPs—exactly half of AMD’s counts across the board. Despite this 2:1 disadvantage in raw hardware, Intel’s newer architecture manages to compete on equal footing in average benchmarks. The clock speeds tell part of the story: Intel runs at 300 MHz base and 1300 MHz boost, while AMD does not list base or boost clocks, only memory clocks at 1125 MHz (4.5 Gbps effective). This suggests Intel compensates for fewer cores with significantly higher clock speeds.

Memory architecture is another fundamental difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 750 uses system shared memory, with a system-shared bus width and system-dependent bandwidth. The AMD Radeon R7 350 has 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 72.00 GB/s of bandwidth. This dedicated memory should theoretically give AMD an advantage in memory-intensive workloads, yet the benchmark data shows the two trading wins. The R7 350 also has a higher pixel rate at 12.80 GPixel/s versus Intel’s 10.40 GPixel/s, and a higher texture rate at 25.60 GTexel/s versus 20.80 GTexel/s. In FP32 compute, AMD leads with 819.2 GFLOPS against Intel’s 665.6 GFLOPS, while Intel offers FP16 support at 1,331.2 GFLOPS (2:1) where AMD lists no FP16 capability.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel UHD Graphics 750 scores 7,441 points on average, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Radeon R7 350’s 7,425 points. Both GPUs sit at the 40th percentile among all GPUs.

Q: How do the two GPUs compare in Geekbench OpenCL?

A: The AMD Radeon R7 350 wins decisively in OpenCL, scoring 7,792 points against Intel’s 6,743 points. This gives AMD a 13.5% advantage in this specific test.

Q: Which GPU performs better in Vulkan benchmarks?

A: The Intel UHD Graphics 750 takes the Vulkan crown with 8,138 points versus the AMD Radeon R7 350’s 7,057 points. Intel wins by 15.3% in this test.

Q: What are the power consumption differences?

A: The Intel UHD Graphics 750 has a 15 W TDP, while the AMD Radeon R7 350 draws 55 W. The AMD part also requires a 250 W suggested PSU, whereas the Intel part is an IGP with no power connectors listed.

Q: What memory configurations do these GPUs use?

A: The Intel UHD Graphics 750 uses system-shared memory with system-dependent bandwidth, while the AMD Radeon R7 350 has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus providing 72.00 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Are these GPUs still in production?

A: No, both are end-of-life products. The Intel UHD Graphics 750 was released on 2021-03-29, while the AMD Radeon R7 350 came out earlier on 2016-07-05.

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a genuine dilemma for potential users. If your workload prioritizes OpenCL compute performance, the AMD Radeon R7 350 is the clear choice—its 13.5% advantage in that test is substantial and reflects its 512 shading units and dedicated 72.00 GB/s memory bandwidth. However, if Vulkan performance matters more, the Intel UHD Graphics 750 is superior, with a 15.3% lead that suggests better driver maturity or architectural support for modern graphics APIs.

The average scores are so close that they should not be the deciding factor. Instead, the decision hinges on the specific API you intend to use. The Intel part also has a massive power efficiency advantage at 15 W versus 55 W, and it requires no additional PSU recommendation beyond what the system already has. The AMD part needs a 250 W PSU and occupies a single slot with a 168 mm length, making it a physical add-in card rather than an integrated solution.

The data further shows that both GPUs are bracketed by the same rivals: the AMD Radeon HD 8850M (7,447 points) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (7,472 points) hover just above, while neither GPU comes close to the Intel Arc A310’s 7,550 points. Users should note that the AMD R7 350’s release in 2016 makes it significantly older than the 2021 Intel part, yet it still holds its own in average performance. For OpenCL-heavy tasks, pick the R7 350. For Vulkan or power-sensitive integrated systems, the UHD Graphics 750 is the data-backed choice.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ in nearly every measurable specification. Intel uses a 14 nm+++ process at its own foundry, while AMD uses TSMC’s 28 nm process. AMD’s chip contains 1,500 million transistors on a 123 mm² die with 12.2M/mm² density; Intel does not list these figures. Clock speeds show Intel at 300 MHz base and 1300 MHz boost, while AMD lists no base or boost clocks but has memory at 1125 MHz (4.5 Gbps effective). Memory differs completely: Intel uses system-shared memory with system-dependent bandwidth, while AMD has 2 GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus with 72.00 GB/s bandwidth.

Core counts favor AMD: 512 shading units, 32 TMUs, and 16 ROPs versus Intel’s 256, 16, and 8 respectively. Pixel rate goes to AMD at 12.80 GPixel/s versus 10.40 GPixel/s; texture rate also favors AMD at 25.60 GTexel/s versus 20.80 GTexel/s. FP32 compute: AMD at 819.2 GFLOPS beats Intel’s 665.6 GFLOPS, but Intel offers FP16 at 1,331.2 GFLOPS (2:1) where AMD lists none. TDP is 15 W for Intel versus 55 W for AMD. The AMD card is single-slot, 168 mm long, with no power connectors and a 250 W suggested PSU; Intel is an IGP with a Ring Bus interface. Display outputs: AMD has 1x DVI, 1x HDMI 1.4a, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, while Intel’s are motherboard-dependent. API support: Intel has DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4; AMD has DirectX 12 (11_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170. Release dates: Intel on 2021-03-29, AMD on 2016-07-05.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Radeon R7 350 wins in OpenCL compute benchmarks, securing a 13.5% lead over Intel in that test. Its 512 shading units, 32 TMUs, and 16 ROPs provide raw processing power that translates to higher pixel rates (12.80 GPixel/s) and texture rates (25.60 GTexel/s). The dedicated 2 GB GDDR5 memory with 72.00 GB/s bandwidth gives it a theoretical advantage in memory-bound workloads, and its 819.2 GFLOPS FP32 performance is 23% higher than Intel’s. This makes it the stronger choice for OpenCL-based applications, legacy compute tasks, and scenarios where a physical add-in card with its own memory is preferred.

The Intel UHD Graphics 750 wins in Vulkan performance, posting 8,138 points against AMD’s 7,057—a 15.3% margin. Its architecture supports the latest API standards, including DirectX 12 (12_1) and Vulkan 1.4, compared to AMD’s DirectX 12 (11_1) and Vulkan 1.2.170. The Intel part also offers FP16 compute at 1,331.2 GFLOPS, which AMD cannot match. With a 15 W TDP versus 55 W, the Intel IGP is dramatically more power-efficient, consumes no additional slot space, and requires no extra PSU wattage. For Vulkan-based games and applications, modern API features, and low-power or integrated system builds, the Intel UHD Graphics 750 is the benchmark-verified winner. The split is clean: AMD for OpenCL, Intel for Vulkan, with average performance too close to call a definitive overall champion.