Iris Pro Graphics 580 vs Iris Xe Graphics MAX
Iris Pro Graphics 580
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Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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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 Iris Xe Graphics MAX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX uses modern memory architecture. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Xe Graphics MAX.
| Insight | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Pro Graphics 580 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 Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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.
Iris Xe Graphics MAX
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The boost clock speed is 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.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 scores 1,985 and the Iris Xe Graphics MAX reaches 1,972 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is built on Generation 9.0 while the Iris Xe Graphics MAX uses Generation 12.1, both on 14 nm+ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 768 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe Graphics MAX). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1650 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,985 | 1,972 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Generation 12.1 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 576 | 768+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.094 TFLOPS | 2.534 TFLOPS+132% |
| Boost Clock | 950 MHz | 1650 MHz+74% |
| ROPs | 9 | 24+167% |
| TMUs | 72+50% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 12.1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.2+20% | 1.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics MAX). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync Video | QuickSync |
| Decoder | Quick Sync Video | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 | H.264,HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 draws 45W versus the Iris Xe Graphics MAX's 25W — a 57.1% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 1W (Iris Xe Graphics MAX). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 85°C.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W | 25W-44% |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 1W |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 44.1 | 78.9+79% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Iris Xe Graphics MAX launched at $55 and now averages $40. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 49.3 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $55 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 49.3 |
| Codename | Skylake GT4e | DG1 |
| Release | September 1 2015 | October 31 2020 |
| Ranking | #707 | #685 |
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