GeForce 830A vs Iris Pro Graphics 5200
GeForce 830A
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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 GeForce 830A is positioned at rank 344 and the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is on rank 403, so the GeForce 830A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 830A
Performance Per Dollar Iris Pro Graphics 5200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 830A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics 5200.
| Insight | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Generation 7.5 (2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 830A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 830A holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 33.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+33.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 GeForce 830A and Iris Pro Graphics 5200
GeForce 830A
The GeForce 830A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,173 points.
Iris Pro Graphics 5200
The Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 27 2013. It features the Generation 7.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 200 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 22 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,172 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 830A scores 1,173 and the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 reaches 1,172 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 830A is built on Maxwell while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 uses Generation 7.5, both on 28 nm vs 22 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 830A) vs 320 (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Raw compute: 0.5888 TFLOPS (GeForce 830A) vs 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1200 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,173 | 1,172 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Generation 7.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 22 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 320+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.5888 TFLOPS | 0.768 TFLOPS+30% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 1200 MHz+4% |
| ROPs | 8+100% | 4 |
| TMUs | 16 | 40+150% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce 830A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 has 0 MB. The GeForce 830A offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 830A draws 33W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 5200's 30W — a 9.5% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 830A) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W | 30W-9% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Integrated |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 35.5 | 39.1+10% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 830A launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 launched at $150 and now averages $40. The GeForce 830A costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.1 (GeForce 830A) vs 29.3 (Iris Pro Graphics 5200) — the GeForce 830A offers 33.4% better value. The GeForce 830A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce 830A | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-25% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.1+33% | 29.3 |
| Codename | GM108 | Haswell GT3e |
| Release | July 22 2014 | May 27 2013 |
| Ranking | #832 | #835 |
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