Iris Graphics 550 vs GeForce GTX 590
Iris Graphics 550
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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 GeForce GTX 590 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (3 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Graphics 550.
| Insight | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| 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 GeForce GTX 590 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 550 and GeForce GTX 590
Iris Graphics 550
The Iris Graphics 550 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: 3,311 points.
GeForce GTX 590
The GeForce GTX 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Graphics 550 scores 3,311 and the GeForce GTX 590 reaches 3,341 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 550 is built on Generation 9.0 while the GeForce GTX 590 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 550) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 590). Raw compute: 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Graphics 550) vs 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 590).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,341 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 1024 ×2+167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.768 TFLOPS | 1.244 TFLOPS ×2+62% |
| ROPs | 6 | 48 ×2+700% |
| TMUs | 48 | 64 ×2+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Graphics 550 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 590 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 590 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Graphics 550) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 590). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (11_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,JPEG (Iris Graphics 550) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 590).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | — |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | PureVideo HD (VP5) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,JPEG | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Graphics 550 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 590's 365W — a 184.2% difference. The Iris Graphics 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 550) vs 700W (GeForce GTX 590). Power connectors: Integrated vs 2x 8-pin.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-96% | 365W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 700W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 2x 8-pin |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 220.7+2299% | 9.2 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Graphics 550 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 590 launched at $699 and now averages $100. The Iris Graphics 550 costs 100+% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 550) vs 33.4 (GeForce GTX 590) — the Iris Graphics 550 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 550 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | GeForce GTX 590 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 33.4 |
| Codename | Skylake GT3e | GF110 |
| Release | September 1 2015 | March 24 2011 |
| Ranking | #775 | #555 |
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