GeForce GTX 285 vs Iris Plus Graphics 650
GeForce GTX 285
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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. The GeForce GTX 285 is positioned at rank #255 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 285
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Iris Plus Graphics 650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 285 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 285 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Iris Plus Graphics 650 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $30), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 103.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+103.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 GTX 285 and Iris Plus Graphics 650
GeForce GTX 285
The GeForce GTX 285 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 23 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 648 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,475 points. Launch price was $359.
Iris Plus Graphics 650
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 285 scores 1,475 and the Iris Plus Graphics 650 reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 285 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 uses Generation 9.5, both on 55 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 285) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Raw compute: 0.7085 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 285) vs 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,475 | 1,500+2% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 240 | 384+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7085 TFLOPS | 0.8832 TFLOPS+25% |
| ROPs | 32+433% | 6 |
| TMUs | 80+67% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 285 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 285 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 285) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 650).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | QuickSync |
| Decoder | — | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 285 draws 204W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 650's 15W — a 172.6% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 285) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 204W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 7.2 | 100.0+1289% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 285 launched at $359 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 and now averages $15. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.2 (GeForce GTX 285) vs 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) — the Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers 103.3% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $359 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $15-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.2 | 100.0+103% |
| Codename | GT200B | Kaby Lake GT3e |
| Release | December 23 2008 | January 3 2017 |
| Ranking | #771 | #718 |
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