Iris Plus Graphics 650 vs GeForce RTX 4060
Iris Plus Graphics 650
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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 4060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The GeForce RTX 4060 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 GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1203.2% 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 650.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1203.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1203.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $299 for the GeForce RTX 4060, it costs 95% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 53% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+53%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) |
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 GeForce RTX 4060
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.
GeForce RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 1203.2%. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 14 nm++ vs 5 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 2460 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,500 | 19,548+1203% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.5 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 14 nm++ | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 3072+700% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8832 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS+1611% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 2460 MHz+114% |
| ROPs | 6 | 48+700% |
| TMUs | 48 | 96+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 272 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | QuickSync | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 153.8% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 240mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 73°C.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-87% | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 240mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 73°C-14% |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0 | 170.0+70% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 95% less ($284 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers 52.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics 650 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-95% | $299 |
| Performance per Dollar | 100.0+53% | 65.4 |
| Codename | Kaby Lake GT3e | AD107 |
| Release | January 3 2017 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #718 | #84 |
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