Iris Pro Graphics P580
VS
Radeon R9 M385

Iris Pro Graphics P580 vs Radeon R9 M385

Intel

Iris Pro Graphics P580

2015Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1050 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon R9 M385

2015Core: 900 MHzBoost: 1100 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.

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 Radeon R9 M385 is on rank 420, so the Iris Pro Graphics P580 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Iris Pro Graphics P580

#316
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
804%
#318
728%
#319
727%
#323
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
661%
#324
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
656%
#326
Iris Pro Graphics P580
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
100%
#327
Radeon E8870PCIe
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
100%
#330
Arc Graphics 140T
MSRP: $350|Avg: $300
95%
#331
Radeon 680M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80
95%
#333
GeForce 730A
MSRP: $60|Avg: $20
94%
#334
GeForce GT 745A
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
92%
#335
GeForce 710A
MSRP: $35|Avg: $62
92%
#336
90%
#338
GeForce MX230
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
90%
#340
RADEON HD6410D
MSRP: $35|Avg: $5
89%
#341
GeForce 820M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M385

#410
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1580%
#412
1433%
#413
1429%
#417
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1299%
#418
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1290%
#420
Radeon R9 M385
MSRP: $300|Avg: $60
100%
#421
Radeon R5 235
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
100%
#422
Radeon R9 M375X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
100%
#423
Radeon HD 6620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
99%
#424
Radeon R5 310
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
99%
#425
Radeon HD 7690M XT
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
98%
#426
Radeon HD 7600G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
97%
#427
Radeon R7 A265
MSRP: $149|Avg: $149
97%
#428
Radeon R9 M470
MSRP: $350|Avg: $80
97%
#429
Radeon R9 M385X
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#431
Mobility Radeon HD 5570
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
95%
#432
Radeon R5 M430
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
95%
#433
GeForce 810A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
95%
#434
GeForce GT 520MX
MSRP: $45|Avg: $10
94%
#435
Radeon R5 330
MSRP: $81|Avg: $45
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 M385 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 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.

InsightIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
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

The Radeon R9 M385 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 M385 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $60), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1.7%)
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 Radeon R9 M385

Intel

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.

AMD

Radeon R9 M385

The Radeon R9 M385 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,061 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Pro Graphics P580 scores 2,026 and the Radeon R9 M385 reaches 2,061 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is built on Generation 9.0 while the Radeon R9 M385 uses GCN 2.0, both on 14 nm+ vs 28 nm. Shader units: 576 (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 896 (Radeon R9 M385). Raw compute: 1.21 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 1.792 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M385). Boost clocks: 1050 MHz vs 1100 MHz.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
G3D Mark Score
2,026
2,061+2%
Architecture
Generation 9.0
GCN 2.0
Process Node
14 nm+
28 nm
Shading Units
576
896+56%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.21 TFLOPS
1.792 TFLOPS+48%
Boost Clock
1050 MHz
1100 MHz+5%
ROPs
9
16+78%
TMUs
72+29%
56

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Pro Graphics P580 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M385 has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 M385 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
4 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
96 GB/s
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Pro Graphics P580 draws 15W versus the Radeon R9 M385's 75W — a 133.3% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M385). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
TDP
15W-80%
75W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
Mobile
Perf/Watt
135.1+391%
27.5
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Value Analysis

The Iris Pro Graphics P580 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Radeon R9 M385 launched at $300 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.8 (Iris Pro Graphics P580) vs 34.4 (Radeon R9 M385) — the Radeon R9 M385 offers 1.8% better value.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P580Radeon R9 M385
MSRP
$150-50%
$300
Avg Price (30d)
$60
$60
Performance per Dollar
33.8
34.4+2%
Codename
Skylake GT4e
Strato
Release
September 1 2015
May 5 2015
Ranking
#678
#674