Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) vs Iris Xe MAX Gra...

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

12

2,000

+1.4%

1,972

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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 Iris Xe MAX Graphics

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

96%

#129

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

303%

#131

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

275%

#132

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

274%

#136

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

249%

#137

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

247%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

97%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Xe MAX Graphics.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
Longevity	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)
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

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $40 for the Iris Xe MAX Graphics, it costs 63% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 170.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+170.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

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

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.

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,972 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) scores 2,000 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics reaches 1,972 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 Iris Xe MAX Graphics uses Generation 12.1, both on a 10 nm process. Shader units: 64 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 1650 MHz.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
G3D Mark Score	2,000+1%	1,972
Architecture	Gen. 11 Ice Lake	Generation 12.1
Process Node	10 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	64	768+1100%
Boost Clock	1100 MHz	1650 MHz+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX 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.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX 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 G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Decoder: QuickSync vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Encoder	QuickSync	QuickSync
Decoder	QuickSync	QuickSync
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) draws 12W versus the Iris Xe MAX Graphics's 25W — a 70.3% 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 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
TDP	12W-52%	25W
Recommended PSU	1W	1W
Power Connector	Integrated	Integrated
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	85	80-6%
Perf/Watt	166.7+111%	78.9

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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 Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 and now averages $40. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) costs 62.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.3 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) offers 170.4% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
MSRP	$0-100%	$55
Avg Price (30d)	$15-63%	$40
Performance per Dollar	133.3+170%	49.3
Codename	Ice Lake G7 Gen. 11	DG1
Release	May 28 2019	October 31 2020
Ranking	#672	#686