Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) vs RTXA5000-6Q
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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-6Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTXA5000-6Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). 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) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the RTXA5000-6Q 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 RTXA5000-6Q
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.
RTXA5000-6Q
The RTXA5000-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,522 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) scores 1,500 and the RTXA5000-6Q reaches 1,522 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% 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 RTXA5000-6Q uses Ampere, both on 10 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 48 (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 1695 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,500 | 1,522+1% |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Ampere |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 48 | 8192+16967% |
| Boost Clock | 1100 MHz | 1695 MHz+54% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-6Q has 512 MB. The RTXA5000-6Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) draws 12W versus the RTXA5000-6Q's 230W — a 180.2% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs 350W (RTXA5000-6Q). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 12W-95% | 230W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 125.0+1794% | 6.6 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500 and now averages $2500. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) costs 100+% less ($2500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) vs 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) — the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The RTXA5000-6Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | RTXA5000-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $2500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $2500 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 0.6 |
| Codename | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 | GA102 |
| Release | May 28 2019 | April 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #760 | #53 |
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