FirePro V7800 vs Iris Pro Graphics P580
FirePro V7800
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro V7800 is positioned at rank 257 and the Iris Pro Graphics P580 is on rank 326, so the FirePro V7800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V7800
Performance Per Dollar Iris Pro Graphics P580
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics P580.
| Insight | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (254mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Iris Pro Graphics P580 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $96), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 59.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+59.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($96) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V7800 and Iris Pro Graphics P580
FirePro V7800
The FirePro V7800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,028 points.
Iris Pro Graphics P580
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,026 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V7800 scores 2,028 and the Iris Pro Graphics P580 reaches 2,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V7800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V7800) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics P580). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7800) vs 1.21 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P580).
| Feature | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,028 | 2,026 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 1280+122% | 576 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS+53% | 1.21 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+256% | 9 |
| TMUs | 80+11% | 72 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro V7800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 has 0 MB. The FirePro V7800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V7800 draws 150W versus the Iris Pro Graphics P580's 15W — a 163.6% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V7800) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P580). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 15W-90% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 254mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 13.5 | 135.1+901% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V7800 launched at $759 MSRP and currently averages $96, while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 launched at $150 and now averages $60. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 costs 37.5% less ($36 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.1 (FirePro V7800) vs 33.8 (Iris Pro Graphics P580) — the Iris Pro Graphics P580 offers 60.2% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro V7800 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $759 | $150-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $96 | $60-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 21.1 | 33.8+60% |
| Codename | Cayman | Skylake GT4e |
| Release | May 24 2011 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #656 | #678 |
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