Iris Plus Graphics 640 vs FireStream 9270

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9270

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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Iris Plus Graphics 640 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FireStream 9270 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FireStream 9270 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013))
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 Iris Plus Graphics 640 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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics 640 and FireStream 9270

Iris Plus Graphics 640

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,353 points.

FireStream 9270

The FireStream 9270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 13 2008. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,341 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 scores 1,353 and the FireStream 9270 reaches 1,341 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is built on Generation 9.5 while the FireStream 9270 uses TeraScale, both on 14 nm++ vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 800 (FireStream 9270). Raw compute: 0.8448 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 1.2 TFLOPS (FireStream 9270).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
G3D Mark Score	1,353	1,341
Architecture	Generation 9.5	TeraScale
Process Node	14 nm++	55 nm
Shading Units	384	800+108%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8448 TFLOPS	1.2 TFLOPS+42%
ROPs	6	16+167%
TMUs	48+20%	40

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
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 Plus Graphics 640 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FireStream 9270 has 2 GB. The FireStream 9270 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 10.1 (FireStream 9270). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
DirectX	12 (12_1)+19%	10.1
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs None (FireStream 9270). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs UVD 2.2. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9270).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
Encoder	Quick Sync Video	None
Decoder	Quick Sync Video	UVD 2.2
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 draws 15W versus the FireStream 9270's 160W — a 165.7% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 350W (FireStream 9270). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 85°C.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
TDP	15W-91%	160W
Recommended PSU	0W-100%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	241mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	90.2+974%	8.4

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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the FireStream 9270 launched at $1499 and now averages $20. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 costs 100+% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 67.0 (FireStream 9270) — the Iris Plus Graphics 640 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 640	FireStream 9270
MSRP	$0-100%	$1499
Avg Price (30d)	$0-100%	$20
Performance per Dollar	Infinity	67.0
Codename	Kaby Lake GT3e	RV770
Release	January 3 2017	November 13 2008
Ranking	#767	#790