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Iris Pro Graphics P580
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GeForce GTX 480M SLI
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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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is positioned at rank 326 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI is on rank 365, so the Iris Pro Graphics P580 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Iris Pro Graphics P580
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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 P580.
| Insight | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| 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 | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 480M SLI 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 P580 and GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Iris Pro Graphics P580
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 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 1050 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,026 points.
GeForce GTX 480M SLI
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 25 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 425 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,050 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 scores 2,026 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI reaches 2,050 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is built on Generation 9.0 while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI uses Fermi, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 704 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,026 | 2,050+1% |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 576 | 704+22% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 480M SLI's 100W — a 147.8% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-85% | 100W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 97°C |
| Perf/Watt | 135.1+559% | 20.5 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P580 | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | — |
| Codename | Skylake GT4e | N11E-GTX-A3 |
| Release | September 1 2015 | May 25 2010 |
| Ranking | #678 | #637 |
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