Iris Plus Graphics 640 vs GeForce GTX 275
Iris Plus Graphics 640
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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
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2009). 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 GeForce GTX 275 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 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 275 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics 640 and GeForce GTX 275
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.
GeForce GTX 275
The GeForce GTX 275 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 15 2009. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 633 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 scores 1,353 and the GeForce GTX 275 reaches 1,349 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce GTX 275 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 14 nm++ vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 275). Raw compute: 0.8448 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 0.6739 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 275).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,353 | 1,349 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm++ | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+60% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8448 TFLOPS+25% | 0.6739 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 6 | 28+367% |
| TMUs | 48 | 80+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Plus Graphics 640 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 275 has 896 MB. The GeForce GTX 275 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.875 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 11 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 275). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1)+9% | 11 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs No (GeForce GTX 275). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 275).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | No |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 275's 219W — a 174.4% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 275). Power connectors: None vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-93% | 219W |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 550W |
| Power Connector | None | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 90.2+1355% | 6.2 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 275 launched at $249 and now averages $249. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 costs 100+% less ($249 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 5.4 (GeForce GTX 275) — the Iris Plus Graphics 640 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2009).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $249 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 5.4 |
| Codename | Kaby Lake GT3e | GT200B |
| Release | January 3 2017 | January 15 2009 |
| Ranking | #767 | #789 |
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