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Iris Plus Graphics
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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 GeForce MX230
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX230 is significantly newer (2019 vs 0). The GeForce MX230 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 MX230 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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 MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) |
| Longevity | Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Plus Graphics offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $150 for the GeForce MX230, it costs 73% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 267.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+267.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics and GeForce MX230
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 MX230
The GeForce MX230 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1519 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,826 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Plus Graphics scores 1,789 and the GeForce MX230 reaches 1,826 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics is built on Generation 11.0 while the GeForce MX230 uses Pascal, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 512 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 256 (GeForce MX230). Raw compute: 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 0.81 TFLOPS (GeForce MX230). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1582 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,789 | 1,826+2% |
| Architecture | Generation 11.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+100% | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.024 TFLOPS+26% | 0.81 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | 1582 MHz+58% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 32+100% | 16 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX230 has 2 GB. The GeForce MX230 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 48 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics draws 15W versus the GeForce MX230's 10W — a 40% difference. The GeForce MX230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 350W (GeForce MX230). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 10W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Mobile |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 119.3 | 182.6+53% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Plus Graphics launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce MX230 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The Iris Plus Graphics costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.7 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 12.2 (GeForce MX230) — the Iris Plus Graphics offers 266.4% better value.
| Feature | Iris Plus Graphics | GeForce MX230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-73% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.7+266% | 12.2 |
| Codename | Ice Lake GT2 | GP108 |
| Release | sem dados | February 21 2019 |
| Ranking | #714 | #708 |
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