Iris Graphics 540 vs UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
Iris Graphics 540
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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
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) uses modern memory architecture. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Graphics 540 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) 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 UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
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.
UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)
The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 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 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Graphics 540 scores 1,270 and the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) reaches 1,300 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 540 is built on Generation 9.0 while the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 14 nm+ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 540) vs 32 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,270 | 1,300+2% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+1100% | 32 |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 1100 MHz+10% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 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 | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (Iris Graphics 540) vs 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 12_1) | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Iris Graphics 540) vs Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Decoder: Quick Sync vs Quick Sync Video (Gen 11). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP8 (Iris Graphics 540) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) |
| Decoder | Quick Sync | Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,VP8 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Graphics 540 draws 15W versus the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)'s 15W — a 0% difference. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 540) vs 0W (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)). Power connectors: Integrated vs None.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 0W-100% |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 84.7 | 86.7+2% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Graphics 540 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $0. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 540) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) — the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) offers NaN% better value. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 540 | UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0 | $0 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | Infinity |
| Codename | Skylake GT3e | Ice Lake G1 Gen. 11 |
| Release | September 1 2015 | May 28 2019 |
| Ranking | #808 | #820 |
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