Iris Pro Graphics 580 vs Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Pro Graphics 580

45

1,985

+0.7%

1,972

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 Iris Xe MAX Graphics

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

96%

#129

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

303%

#131

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

275%

#132

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

274%

#136

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

249%

#137

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

247%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

97%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics uses modern memory architecture. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics 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 MAX Graphics.

Insight	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
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.

Iris Pro Graphics 580 Benchmark Check

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Pro Graphics 580 and Iris Xe MAX Graphics

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 MAX Graphics

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 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.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 scores 1,985 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics 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 MAX Graphics uses Generation 12.1, both on 14 nm+ vs 10 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1650 MHz.

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
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

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	Shared	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	System	System
Bus Width	System	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Decoder: Quick Sync Video vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics).

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Encoder	Quick Sync Video	QuickSync
Decoder	Quick Sync Video	QuickSync
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 draws 45W versus the Iris Xe MAX Graphics's 25W — a 57.1% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80.

Feature	Iris Pro Graphics 580	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
TDP	45W	25W-44%
Recommended PSU	0W-100%	1W
Power Connector	None	Integrated
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80	80
Perf/Watt	44.1	78.9+79%

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Value Analysis

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics 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 MAX Graphics) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).