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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
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 0). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 462.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 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.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-462.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+462.5%) |
| Longevity | Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 275% better value per dollar than the Iris Plus Graphics.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+275%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) |
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 and GeForce GTX 1060
Iris Plus Graphics
The Iris Plus Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in sem dados. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,789 points.
GeForce GTX 1060
The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Iris Plus Graphics scores 1,789 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 462.5%. The Iris Plus Graphics is built on Generation 11.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 10 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 512 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,789 | 10,064+463% |
| Architecture | Generation 11.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 2560+400% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.024 TFLOPS | 8.873 TFLOPS+767% |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 1733 MHz+73% |
| ROPs | 8 | 64+700% |
| TMUs | 32 | 160+400% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 192 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 192-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC (Pascal).
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | QuickSync | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 169.2% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-92% | 180W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 400W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 6-pin |
| Length | 1mm | 173mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 119.3+113% | 55.9 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Iris Plus Graphics costs 33.3% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.7 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 275.2% better value.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-60% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-33% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.7 | 167.7+275% |
| Codename | Ice Lake GT2 | GP104 |
| Release | sem dados | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #714 | #137 |
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