Iris Pro Graphics 580
VS
GeForce GTX 460 SE

Iris Pro Graphics 580 vs GeForce GTX 460 SE

Intel

Iris Pro Graphics 580

2015Core: 350 MHzBoost: 950 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 460 SE

2010Core: 650 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

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics 580.

InsightIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)
Leading raw performance (+0.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
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

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460 SE 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 Pro Graphics 580 and GeForce GTX 460 SE

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 460 SE

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,988 points. Launch price was $160.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 scores 1,985 and the GeForce GTX 460 SE reaches 1,988 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is built on Generation 9.0 while the GeForce GTX 460 SE uses Fermi, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 288 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 SE).

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
G3D Mark Score
1,985
1,988
Architecture
Generation 9.0
Fermi
Process Node
14 nm+
40 nm
Shading Units
576+100%
288
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.094 TFLOPS+46%
0.7488 TFLOPS
ROPs
9
32+256%
TMUs
72+50%
48

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 SE has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 460 SE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
1 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 12.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12.0
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3+50%
2
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 460 SE).

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
Encoder
Quick Sync Video
UVD 4.0
Decoder
Quick Sync Video
PureVideo VP4
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 draws 45W versus the GeForce GTX 460 SE's 150W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Power connectors: None vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 210mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
TDP
45W-70%
150W
Recommended PSU
0W-100%
450W
Power Connector
None
2x 6-pin
Length
0mm
210mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
80
80°C
Perf/Watt
44.1+232%
13.3
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Value Analysis

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce GTX 460 SE launched at $160 and now averages $50. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 39.8 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).

FeatureIris Pro Graphics 580GeForce GTX 460 SE
MSRP
$0-100%
$160
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$50
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
39.8
Codename
Skylake GT4e
GF104
Release
September 1 2015
November 15 2010
Ranking
#707
#683