Iris Plus Graphics 650 vs Radeon Vega 10

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.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon Vega 10

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GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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100%

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Radeon R7 M440

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GeForce 210

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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon Vega 10 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Vega 10 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 Radeon Vega 10 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% 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.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))	GCN 5.0 (2017−2020) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $100 for the Radeon Vega 10, it costs 85% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 560.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+560.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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.

Iris Plus Graphics 650 Benchmark Check

Radeon Vega 10 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics 650 and Radeon Vega 10

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.

Radeon Vega 10

The Radeon Vega 10 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 8 2019. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1301 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,515 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 and the Radeon Vega 10 reaches 1,515 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Radeon Vega 10 uses GCN 5.0, both on 14 nm++ vs 14 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 640 (Radeon Vega 10). Raw compute: 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 1.665 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 10). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1301 MHz.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
G3D Mark Score	1,500	1,515+1%
Architecture	Generation 9.5	GCN 5.0
Process Node	14 nm++	14 nm
Shading Units	384	640+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8832 TFLOPS	1.665 TFLOPS+89%
Boost Clock	1150 MHz	1301 MHz+13%
ROPs	6	8+33%
TMUs	48+20%	40

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

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

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
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 Radeon Vega 10's 10W — a 40% difference. The Radeon Vega 10 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 1W (Radeon Vega 10). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
TDP	15W	10W-33%
Recommended PSU	1W	1W
Power Connector	Integrated	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	100.0	151.5+52%

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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Radeon Vega 10 launched at $499 and now averages $100. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 85% less ($85 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 15.2 (Radeon Vega 10) — the Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers 557.9% better value. The Radeon Vega 10 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics 650	Radeon Vega 10
MSRP	$0-100%	$499
Avg Price (30d)	$15-85%	$100
Performance per Dollar	100.0+558%	15.2
Codename	Kaby Lake GT3e	Raven
Release	January 3 2017	January 8 2019
Ranking	#718	#747