Iris Pro Graphics 580 vs Quadro 5000
Iris Pro Graphics 580
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Quadro 5000
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / 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 | — | — |
💎 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 Quadro 5000
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.
Quadro 5000
The Quadro 5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 23 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 513 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 152W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,963 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 scores 1,985 and the Quadro 5000 reaches 1,963 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is built on Generation 9.0 while the Quadro 5000 uses Fermi, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 352 (Quadro 5000). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 0.7223 TFLOPS (Quadro 5000).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,985+1% | 1,963 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 576+64% | 352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.094 TFLOPS+51% | 0.7223 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 9 | 40+344% |
| TMUs | 72+64% | 44 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Pro Graphics 580 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro 5000 has 3 GB. The Quadro 5000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 draws 45W versus the Quadro 5000's 152W — a 108.6% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 350W (Quadro 5000). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-70% | 152W |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 44.1+242% | 12.9 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Quadro 5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $100. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) vs 19.6 (Quadro 5000) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics 580 | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 19.6 |
| Codename | Skylake GT4e | GF100 |
| Release | September 1 2015 | February 23 2011 |
| Ranking | #707 | #687 |
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