Iris Graphics 540 vs Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
Iris Graphics 540
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Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
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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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Graphics 540 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Iris Graphics 540 and Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
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.
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,261 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Graphics 540 scores 1,270 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual reaches 1,261 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 540) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,270 | 1,261 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Graphics 540 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual has 512 MB. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Graphics 540 draws 15W versus the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual's 50W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Graphics 540 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 540) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-70% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 84.7+236% | 25.2 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Graphics 540 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual launched at $150 and now averages $100. The Iris Graphics 540 costs 100+% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 540) vs 12.6 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual) — the Iris Graphics 540 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 540 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 12.6 |
| Codename | Skylake GT3e | — |
| Release | September 1 2015 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #808 | #881 |
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