Iris Plus Graphics 650
VS
Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200

Iris Plus Graphics 650 vs Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 650

2017Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz
VS
Intel

Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200

2014Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1100 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.
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 650.

InsightIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 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 650 and Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 650

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 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 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.

Intel

Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200

The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2014. It features the Generation 8.0 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: 1,538 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 and the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 reaches 1,538 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 uses Generation 8.0, both on 14 nm++ vs 14 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 384 (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200). Raw compute: 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 0.8448 TFLOPS (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1100 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
G3D Mark Score
1,500
1,538+3%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
Generation 8.0
Process Node
14 nm++
14 nm
Shading Units
384
384
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.8832 TFLOPS+5%
0.8448 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1150 MHz+5%
1100 MHz
ROPs
6
6
TMUs
48
48

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
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)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
Shared
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
System
System
Bus Width
System
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 draws 15W versus the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200's 15W — a 0% difference. The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 1W (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
TDP
15W
15W
Recommended PSU
1W
1W
Power Connector
Integrated
Integrated
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
85
Perf/Watt
100.0
102.5+3%
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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs Infinity (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200) — the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
MSRP
$0
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$15
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
100.0
Infinity
Codename
Kaby Lake GT3e
Broadwell GT3e
Release
January 3 2017
September 5 2014
Ranking
#718
#763