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GeForce GTX 460 v2
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Iris Pro Graphics 580
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% 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 Pro Graphics 580.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460 v2 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 460 v2 and Iris Pro Graphics 580
GeForce GTX 460 v2
The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 779 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,016 points. Launch price was $199.
Iris Pro Graphics 580
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 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 950 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,985 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 460 v2 scores 2,016 and the Iris Pro Graphics 580 reaches 1,985 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Raw compute: 1.046 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,016+2% | 1,985 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 336 | 576+71% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.046 TFLOPS | 1.094 TFLOPS+5% |
| ROPs | 24+167% | 9 |
| TMUs | 56 | 72+29% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 460 v2 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 11_0) | 12 (12_1) |
| OpenGL | 4.1 | 4.6+12% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Legacy (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Legacy | Quick Sync Video |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP4 | Quick Sync Video |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 460 v2 draws 160W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 580's 45W — a 112.2% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs None. Card length: 210mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 45W-72% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 0W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | None |
| Length | 210mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 12.6 | 44.1+250% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 460 v2 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.3 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 v2 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.3 | Infinity |
| Codename | GF114 | Skylake GT4e |
| Release | September 24 2011 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #679 | #707 |
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