Intel HD Graphics 4000 vs AMD Radeon HD 2600 XT

These two cards score identically in our gaming index. The decision comes down to VRAM, power draw and price.

Dead heat — both cards score 1/100
Specification Intel HD Graphics 4000 AMD Radeon HD 2600 XT
Performance score 1/100 1/100
Tier F F
VRAM 0 GB 1 GB
Power draw (TDP) 20 W 45 W
Launch MSRP $99
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?

Performance is a tie, so the tie-breakers below decide it. The AMD Radeon HD 2600 XT carries more VRAM (1GB vs 0GB), which matters at 1440p and above and for texture-heavy titles. The Intel HD Graphics 4000 draws 25W less, so it is easier on your power supply and case cooling — check the PSU calculator before committing.