Intel HD Graphics 4000 vs NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT

The NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT is the faster card by roughly 100%. Here is how the two compare across every spec that matters for gaming.

NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT wins — about 100% faster in gaming workloads
Specification Intel HD Graphics 4000 NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT
Performance score 1/100 2/100
Tier F F
VRAM 0 GB 1 GB
Power draw (TDP) 20 W 105 W
Launch MSRP $199
Performance per $100 1.0
Release year 2012 2007
DLSS — No — No
FSR ✓ Yes ✓ Yes
XeSS ✓ Yes — No
Ray tracing — No — No

Which should you buy?

The NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT is the stronger performer of the two, and it is the default choice if raw frame rate is what you care about. The NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT carries more VRAM (1GB vs 0GB), which matters at 1440p and above and for texture-heavy titles. The Intel HD Graphics 4000 draws 85W less, so it is easier on your power supply and case cooling — check the PSU calculator before committing.