Iris Graphics 550 vs Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 uses modern memory architecture. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Graphics 550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 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 Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
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.
Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. It has 96 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,390 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Graphics 550 scores 3,311 and the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 reaches 3,390 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 550 is built on Generation 9.0 while the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 14 nm+ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 550) vs 96 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,390+2% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+300% | 96 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Iris Graphics 550 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 has 2 GB. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Graphics 550) vs 12.1 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Graphics 550) vs QuickSync (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,JPEG (Iris Graphics 550) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,MPEG-2 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | QuickSync |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,JPEG | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Graphics 550 draws 15W versus the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7's 30W — a 66.7% difference. The Iris Graphics 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 550) vs 350W (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-50% | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 220.7+95% | 113.0 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Graphics 550 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Iris Graphics 550 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 550) vs 67.8 (Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7) — the Iris Graphics 550 offers Infinity% better value. The Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Iris Graphics 550 | Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 67.8 |
| Codename | Skylake GT3e | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | September 1 2015 | August 15 2020 |
| Ranking | #775 | #508 |
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