Iris Graphics 540 vs GeForce GTX 280

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Graphics 540

15

1,270

0.0%

UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

1,285

+1.2%

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

RTX 2000 Ada Generation Embedded GPU

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

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 GeForce GTX 280

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

3664%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3520%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

3479%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3473%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3466%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

3446%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

3403%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3390%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3359%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

3349%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

3309%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3302%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

3242%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3240%

#299

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

4040%

#314

GeForce GTX 280

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

100%

#315

Radeon HD 3470

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#316

Radeon HD 3000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#317

GeForce GT 120

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

95%

#318

Radeon HD 6250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

95%

#319

GeForce 6600 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

86%

#320

Radeon HD 3670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

85%

#321

Radeon HD 3200

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#322

Radeon HD 2350

MSRP: $50|Avg: $48

78%

#323

Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

77%

#324

Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

76%

#326

GeForce 7300 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $20

70%

#327

Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $40

66%

#329

GeForce 7950 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Graphics 540 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The Iris Graphics 540 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 280 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 280 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% 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 Graphics 540.

Insight	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 280 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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Graphics 540 and GeForce GTX 280

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.

GeForce GTX 280

The GeForce GTX 280 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,285 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Graphics 540 scores 1,270 and the GeForce GTX 280 reaches 1,285 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 540 is built on Generation 9.0 while the GeForce GTX 280 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 14 nm+ vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 540) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 280). Raw compute: 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Graphics 540) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280).

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
G3D Mark Score	1,270	1,285+1%
Architecture	Generation 9.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	14 nm+	65 nm
Shading Units	384+60%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.768 TFLOPS+23%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	6	32+433%
TMUs	48	80+67%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
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 GeForce GTX 280 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 280 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	1 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (Iris Graphics 540) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 280). Vulkan: 1.3 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
DirectX	12 (FL 12_1)+8%	11.1 (10_0)
Vulkan	1.3	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Iris Graphics 540) vs None (GeForce GTX 280). Decoder: Quick Sync vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP8 (Iris Graphics 540) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280).

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
Encoder	Quick Sync	None
Decoder	Quick Sync	PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP8	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Graphics 540 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 280's 236W — a 176.1% difference. The Iris Graphics 540 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 540) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 280). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin.

Feature	Iris Graphics 540	GeForce GTX 280
TDP	15W-94%	236W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	550W
Power Connector	Integrated	1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	84.7+1469%	5.4

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Value Analysis

The Iris Graphics 540 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 and now averages $649. The Iris Graphics 540 costs 100+% less ($649 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 540) vs 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) — the Iris Graphics 540 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 540 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).