Iris Plus Graphics
VS
Radeon R6 M340DX

Iris Plus Graphics vs Radeon R6 M340DX

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics

Boost: 1000 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon R6 M340DX

2015Core: 955 MHzBoost: 1030 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.

Value Upgrade Path

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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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R6 M340DX is significantly newer (2015 vs 0). The Radeon R6 M340DX 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 Radeon R6 M340DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics.

InsightIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity
Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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 Radeon R6 M340DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $40 for the Iris Plus Graphics, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 302.5% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+302.5%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)
More affordable ($10)

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 Radeon R6 M340DX

Intel

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.

AMD

Radeon R6 M340DX

The Radeon R6 M340DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 12 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 955 MHz to 1030 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,800 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics scores 1,789 and the Radeon R6 M340DX reaches 1,800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics is built on Generation 11.0 while the Radeon R6 M340DX uses GCN 1.0, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 384 (Radeon R6 M340DX). Raw compute: 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 0.791 TFLOPS (Radeon R6 M340DX). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1030 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
G3D Mark Score
1,789
1,800
Architecture
Generation 11.0
GCN 1.0
Process Node
10 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
512+33%
384
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.024 TFLOPS+29%
0.791 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1000 MHz
1030 MHz+3%
ROPs
8
8
TMUs
32+33%
24

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Plus Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R6 M340DX has 512 MB. The Radeon R6 M340DX offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
0.5 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Bus Width
System
64-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 12_0 (Radeon R6 M340DX). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
DirectX
12_1
12_0
Max Displays
0
0
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6 M340DX). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 4.2.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
Encoder
QuickSync
VCE 2.0
Decoder
QuickSync
UVD 4.2
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics draws 15W versus the Radeon R6 M340DX's 30W — a 66.7% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 350W (Radeon R6 M340DX). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
TDP
15W-50%
30W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
PCIe-powered
Length
1mm
1mm
Slots
0
0
Perf/Watt
119.3+99%
60.0
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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon R6 M340DX launched at $0 and now averages $10. The Radeon R6 M340DX costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.7 (Iris Plus Graphics) vs 180.0 (Radeon R6 M340DX) — the Radeon R6 M340DX offers 302.7% better value.

FeatureIris Plus GraphicsRadeon R6 M340DX
MSRP
$100
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$40
$10-75%
Performance per Dollar
44.7
180.0+303%
Codename
Ice Lake GT2
Jet
Release
sem dados
December 12 2015
Ranking
#714
#852