GeForce GTX 460 SE vs Iris Xe MAX Graphics

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 460 SE

2010Core: 650 MHz

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

2020Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1650 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 460 SE

150

1,988

+0.8%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

1,972

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Iris Xe MAX Graphics

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

96%

#129

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

303%

#131

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

275%

#132

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

274%

#136

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

249%

#137

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

247%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

97%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The Iris Xe MAX Graphics likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460 SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Xe MAX Graphics.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the GeForce GTX 460 SE, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 24% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+24%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅More affordable ($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.

GeForce GTX 460 SE Benchmark Check

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 SE and Iris Xe MAX Graphics

GeForce GTX 460 SE

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,988 points. Launch price was $160.

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,972 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 SE scores 1,988 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics reaches 1,972 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 SE is built on Fermi while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics uses Generation 12.1, both on 40 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Raw compute: 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
G3D Mark Score	1,988	1,972
Architecture	Fermi	Generation 12.1
Process Node	40 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	288	768+167%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7488 TFLOPS	2.534 TFLOPS+238%
ROPs	32+33%	24
TMUs	48	48
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460 SE comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 460 SE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 1 MB (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
DirectX	12.0	12.1
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Encoder	UVD 4.0	QuickSync
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	QuickSync
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 SE draws 150W versus the Iris Xe MAX Graphics's 25W — a 142.9% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 210mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 SE	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
TDP	150W	25W-83%
Recommended PSU	450W	1W-100%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	Integrated
Length	210mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80°C	80
Perf/Watt	13.3	78.9+493%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 460 SE launched at $160 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 and now averages $40. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) vs 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers 23.9% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).