Iris Plus Graphics 640 vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 778.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 640.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-778.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+778.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM 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 RTX 3050 OEM
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 RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,892 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Iris Plus Graphics 640 scores 1,353 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 778.9%. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 14 nm++ vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 0.8448 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 1755 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,353 | 11,892+779% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm++ | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 2560+567% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8448 TFLOPS | 8.986 TFLOPS+964% |
| Boost Clock | 1100 MHz | 1755 MHz+60% |
| ROPs | 6 | 32+433% |
| TMUs | 48 | 80+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 158.6% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 235mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 75°C.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-88% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 450W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 235mm |
| Height | 0mm | 124mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 90.2 | 91.5+1% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics 640 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 640) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the Iris Plus Graphics 640 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2017).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 79.3 |
| Codename | Kaby Lake GT3e | GA106 |
| Release | January 3 2017 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #767 | #224 |
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