Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) vs Intel UHD Graphics
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
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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 Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel UHD Graphics is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% 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 G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU).
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm) |
| 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
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel UHD 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 G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) and Intel UHD Graphics
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Intel UHD Graphics
The Intel UHD Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 11 2021. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 750 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 10 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,511 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) scores 1,500 and the Intel UHD Graphics reaches 1,511 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the Intel UHD Graphics uses Generation 11.0, both on 10 nm vs 10 nm+. Shader units: 48 (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs 256 (Intel UHD Graphics). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 750 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,500 | 1,511 |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Generation 11.0 |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 48 | 256+433% |
| Boost Clock | 1100 MHz+47% | 750 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) draws 12W versus the Intel UHD Graphics's 10W — a 18.2% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 12W | 10W-17% |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 125.0 | 151.1+21% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Intel UHD Graphics launched at $0 and now averages $0. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics) — the Intel UHD Graphics offers NaN% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | Intel UHD Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0 | $0 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | Infinity |
| Codename | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 | Jasper Lake GT1 |
| Release | May 28 2019 | January 11 2021 |
| Ranking | #760 | #666 |
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