Iris Graphics 540 vs FirePro 3D V5800

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 FirePro 3D V5800

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Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

91%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

91%

#249

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5748%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

100%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

97%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

97%

#267

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

97%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

97%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

96%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

96%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

95%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

94%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

93%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

91%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

91%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Graphics 540 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro 3D V5800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Graphics 540 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.

Iris Graphics 540 Benchmark Check

FirePro 3D V5800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Graphics 540 and FirePro 3D V5800

Iris Graphics 540

The Iris Graphics 540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,270 points.

FirePro 3D V5800

The FirePro 3D V5800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $479.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Graphics 540 scores 1,270 and the FirePro 3D V5800 reaches 1,232 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 540 is built on Generation 9.0 while the FirePro 3D V5800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 540) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V5800). Raw compute: 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Graphics 540) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800).

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
G3D Mark Score	1,270+3%	1,232
Architecture	Generation 9.0	TeraScale 2
Process Node	14 nm+	40 nm
Shading Units	384	800+108%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.768 TFLOPS	1.104 TFLOPS+44%
ROPs	6	16+167%
TMUs	48+20%	40

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Graphics 540 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V5800 has 1 GB. The FirePro 3D V5800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	1 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (Iris Graphics 540) vs 11.0 (FirePro 3D V5800). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
DirectX	12 (FL 12_1)+9%	11.0
OpenGL	4.6+12%	4.1
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Iris Graphics 540) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V5800). Decoder: Quick Sync vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP8 (Iris Graphics 540) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V5800).

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
Encoder	Quick Sync	UVD 2.3
Decoder	Quick Sync	UVD 2.3
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP8	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Graphics 540 draws 15W versus the FirePro 3D V5800's 74W — a 132.6% difference. The Iris Graphics 540 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 540) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V5800). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
TDP	15W-80%	74W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	—	90°C
Perf/Watt	84.7+410%	16.6

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Value Analysis

The Iris Graphics 540 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 and now averages $30. The Iris Graphics 540 costs 100+% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 540) vs 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) — the Iris Graphics 540 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 540 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	FirePro 3D V5800
MSRP	$0-100%	$479
Avg Price (30d)	$0-100%	$30
Performance per Dollar	Infinity	41.1
Codename	Skylake GT3e	Juniper
Release	September 1 2015	April 26 2010
Ranking	#808	#780