Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) vs FirePro V7800

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 FirePro V7800

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L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

100%

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Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#240

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5533%

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Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

100%

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FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

100%

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FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

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GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

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Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

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FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

96%

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GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

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GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

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GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

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FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

93%

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FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

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FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

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FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

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FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro V7800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU).

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)
Longevity	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (254mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $96 for the FirePro V7800, it costs 84% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 531.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+531.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($96)

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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) Benchmark Check

FirePro V7800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) and FirePro V7800

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 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 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,000 points.

FirePro V7800

The FirePro V7800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,028 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) scores 2,000 and the FirePro V7800 reaches 2,028 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the FirePro V7800 uses TeraScale 3, both on 10 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 64 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 1,280 (FirePro V7800).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
G3D Mark Score	2,000	2,028+1%
Architecture	Gen. 11 Ice Lake	TeraScale 3
Process Node	10 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	64	1280+1900%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
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)

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro V7800 has 4 GB. The FirePro V7800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 11.2 (FirePro V7800). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
DirectX	12 (12_1)+7%	11.2
Vulkan	1.3	None
OpenGL	4.6+5%	4.4
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs None (FirePro V7800). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V7800).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
Encoder	QuickSync	None
Decoder	QuickSync	UVD 2.3
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) draws 12W versus the FirePro V7800's 150W — a 170.4% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 350W (FirePro V7800). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 254mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85°C.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
TDP	12W-92%	150W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	254mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	85	85°C
Perf/Watt	166.7+1135%	13.5

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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the FirePro V7800 launched at $759 and now averages $96. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) costs 84.4% less ($81 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.3 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 21.1 (FirePro V7800) — the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) offers 531.8% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	FirePro V7800
MSRP	$0-100%	$759
Avg Price (30d)	$15-84%	$96
Performance per Dollar	133.3+532%	21.1
Codename	Ice Lake G7 Gen. 11	Cayman
Release	May 28 2019	May 24 2011
Ranking	#672	#656