Iris Graphics 6100
VS
GRID P40-6Q

Iris Graphics 6100 vs GRID P40-6Q

Intel

Iris Graphics 6100

2015Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1000 MHz
VS

GRID P40-6Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

Performance Spectrum - 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 GRID P40-6Q

#381
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
49243%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
90%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
80%
#399
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
80%
#400
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
80%
#401
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
77%
#402
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
77%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
73%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
67%
#406
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
67%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
60%
#409
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
57%
#410
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
53%
#411
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
53%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P40-6Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Graphics 6100.

InsightIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID P40-6Q 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 6100 and GRID P40-6Q

Intel

Iris Graphics 6100

The Iris Graphics 6100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 5 2015. It features the Generation 8.0 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: 899 points.

NVIDIA

GRID P40-6Q

The GRID P40-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 905 points. Launch price was $469.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Graphics 6100 scores 899 and the GRID P40-6Q reaches 905 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Graphics 6100 is built on Generation 8.0 while the GRID P40-6Q uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Graphics 6100) vs 1,536 (GRID P40-6Q). Raw compute: 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Graphics 6100) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-6Q).

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
G3D Mark Score
899
905
Architecture
Generation 8.0
Kepler
Process Node
14 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
384
1536+300%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.768 TFLOPS
2.289 TFLOPS+198%
ROPs
6
32+433%
TMUs
48
128+167%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Graphics 6100 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-6Q has 512 MB. The GRID P40-6Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
0.5 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Bus Width
System
64-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Iris Graphics 6100) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-6Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
DirectX
12 (11_1)
12_1
Max Displays
3
0
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Graphics 6100 draws 15W versus the GRID P40-6Q's 225W — a 175% difference. The Iris Graphics 6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Graphics 6100) vs 350W (GRID P40-6Q). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
TDP
15W-93%
225W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
1mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
85
Perf/Watt
59.9+1398%
4.0
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Value Analysis

The Iris Graphics 6100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The Iris Graphics 6100 costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Graphics 6100) vs 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) — the Iris Graphics 6100 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 6100 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).

FeatureIris Graphics 6100GRID P40-6Q
MSRP
$0-100%
$3000
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$150
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
6.0
Codename
Broadwell GT3
GK104
Release
January 5 2015
June 28 2013
Ranking
#913
#628