GeForce GTX 580M SLI vs Iris Plus Graphics 655

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

100

1,771

+2.4%

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 1080

TITAN V

Iris Plus Graphics 655

15

1,729

0.0%

Arc A380

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. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is positioned at rank #229 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce GTX 580M SLI

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

98%

#219

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

490%

#221

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

445%

#222

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

443%

#226

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

403%

#227

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

400%

#229

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

100%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

97%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

96%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

95%

#239

Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

93%

#240

GeForce MX570 A

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

93%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2011). The Iris Plus Graphics 655 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% 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 Plus Graphics 655.

Insight	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / 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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 580M SLI 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.

GeForce GTX 580M SLI Benchmark Check

Iris Plus Graphics 655 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 580M SLI and Iris Plus Graphics 655

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 620 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,771 points.

Iris Plus Graphics 655

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in April 3 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,729 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 580M SLI scores 1,771 and the Iris Plus Graphics 655 reaches 1,729 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI is built on Fermi while the Iris Plus Graphics 655 uses Generation 9.5, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 655).

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
G3D Mark Score	1,771+2%	1,729
Architecture	Fermi	Generation 9.5
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm+++
Shading Units	768+100%	384

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
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 580M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics 655 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 580M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.0	4.6+15%
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 655).

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M SLI	Iris Plus Graphics 655
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP4	QuickSync
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	QuickSync
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,H.265,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 580M SLI draws 100W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 655's 15W — a 147.8% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 580M SLI) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 85.