Iris Plus Graphics 655
VS
Iris Plus Graphics

Iris Plus Graphics 655 vs Iris Plus Graphics

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 655

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1050 MHz
VS
Intel

Iris Plus Graphics

Boost: 1000 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.
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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is significantly newer (2018 vs 0). The Iris Plus Graphics 655 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Plus Graphics is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.5% 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 655.

InsightIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3.5%)
Leading raw performance (+3.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Plus Graphics 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 655 and Iris Plus Graphics

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 655

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in April 3 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,729 points.

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics

The Iris Plus Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in sem dados. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,789 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 scores 1,729 and the Iris Plus Graphics reaches 1,789 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is built on Generation 9.5 while the Iris Plus Graphics uses Generation 11.0, both on 14 nm+++ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs 512 (Iris Plus Graphics). Raw compute: 0.8064 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics). Boost clocks: 1050 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
G3D Mark Score
1,729
1,789+3%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
Generation 11.0
Process Node
14 nm+++
10 nm
Shading Units
384
512+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.8064 TFLOPS
1.024 TFLOPS+27%
Boost Clock
1050 MHz+5%
1000 MHz
ROPs
6
8+33%
TMUs
48+50%
32

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
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 655Iris Plus Graphics
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
Shared
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
System
System
Bus Width
System
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs 12_1 (Iris Plus Graphics). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12_1
Max Displays
3
0
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics). Decoder: QuickSync vs QuickSync.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
Encoder
QuickSync
QuickSync
Decoder
QuickSync
QuickSync
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 draws 15W versus the Iris Plus Graphics's 15W — a 0% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
TDP
15W
15W
Recommended PSU
1W
1W
Power Connector
Integrated
Integrated
Length
0mm
1mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
85
Perf/Watt
115.3
119.3+3%
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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics 655 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Iris Plus Graphics launched at $100 and now averages $40. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 655) vs 44.7 (Iris Plus Graphics) — the Iris Plus Graphics 655 offers Infinity% better value.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 655Iris Plus Graphics
MSRP
$0-100%
$100
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$40
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
44.7
Codename
Coffee Lake GT3e
Ice Lake GT2
Release
April 3 2018
sem dados
Ranking
#723
#714