Iris Plus Graphics 650
VS
Intel UHD Graphics 730

Iris Plus Graphics 650 vs Intel UHD Graphics 730

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 650

2017Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz
VS
Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 730

2023Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1550 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.

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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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The Intel UHD Graphics 730 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel UHD Graphics 730 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 UHD Graphics 730
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Generation 12.2 (2022−2023) (10nm)
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 UHD Graphics 730 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 UHD Graphics 730

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 UHD Graphics 730

The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Generation 12.2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1550 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,537 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 and the Intel UHD Graphics 730 reaches 1,537 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 UHD Graphics 730 uses Generation 12.2, both on 14 nm++ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Raw compute: 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 0.5952 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1550 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel UHD Graphics 730
G3D Mark Score
1,500
1,537+2%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
Generation 12.2
Process Node
14 nm++
10 nm
Shading Units
384+100%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.8832 TFLOPS+48%
0.5952 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1150 MHz
1550 MHz+35%
ROPs
6
6
TMUs
48+300%
12

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel UHD Graphics 730
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 UHD Graphics 730
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 UHD Graphics 730's 15W — a 0% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 730). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel UHD Graphics 730
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 UHD Graphics 730 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 730) — the Intel UHD Graphics 730 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650Intel UHD Graphics 730
MSRP
$0
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$15
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
100.0
Infinity
Codename
Kaby Lake GT3e
Raptor Lake GT1
Release
January 3 2017
January 3 2023
Ranking
#718
#749