Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
VS
Iris Pro Graphics 580

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) vs Iris Pro Graphics 580

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

2019Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1100 MHz
VS
Intel

Iris Pro Graphics 580

2015Core: 350 MHzBoost: 950 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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) uses modern memory architecture. 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 Iris Pro Graphics 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics 580.

InsightIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity
Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) 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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) and Iris Pro Graphics 580

Intel

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.

Intel

Iris Pro Graphics 580

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,985 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) scores 2,000 and the Iris Pro Graphics 580 reaches 1,985 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% 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 Iris Pro Graphics 580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 64 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 950 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
G3D Mark Score
2,000
1,985
Architecture
Gen. 11 Ice Lake
Generation 9.0
Process Node
10 nm
14 nm+
Shading Units
64
576+800%
Boost Clock
1100 MHz+16%
950 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12 (12_1)
Vulkan
1.3+8%
1.2
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Decoder: QuickSync vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
Encoder
QuickSync
Quick Sync Video
Decoder
QuickSync
Quick Sync Video
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9
H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) draws 12W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 580's 45W — a 115.8% 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 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
TDP
12W-73%
45W
Recommended PSU
1W
0W-100%
Power Connector
Integrated
None
Length
0mm
0mm
Height
0mm
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
85
80-6%
Perf/Watt
166.7+278%
44.1
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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 Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.3 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)Iris Pro Graphics 580
MSRP
$0
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$15
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
133.3
Infinity
Codename
Ice Lake G7 Gen. 11
Skylake GT4e
Release
May 28 2019
September 1 2015
Ranking
#672
#707