Intel UHD Graphics vs Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel UHD Graphics is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU).
| Insight | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel UHD Graphics 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 Intel UHD Graphics and Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Intel UHD Graphics
The Intel UHD Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 11 2021. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 750 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 10 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,511 points.
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Intel UHD Graphics scores 1,511 and the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel UHD Graphics is built on Generation 11.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 10 nm+ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 256 (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 48 (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)). Boost clocks: 750 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,511 | 1,500 |
| Architecture | Generation 11.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 10 nm+ | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 256+433% | 48 |
| Boost Clock | 750 MHz | 1100 MHz+47% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel UHD Graphics draws 10W versus the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)'s 12W — a 18.2% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Intel UHD Graphics) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-17% | 12W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 151.1+21% | 125.0 |
Value Analysis
The Intel UHD Graphics launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $0. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) — the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) offers NaN% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0 | $0 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | Infinity |
| Codename | Jasper Lake GT1 | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 |
| Release | January 11 2021 | May 28 2019 |
| Ranking | #666 | #760 |
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