Iris Pro Graphics P6300
VS
GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Iris Pro Graphics P6300 vs GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Intel

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

2014Core: 300 MHzBoost: 800 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 550 Ti

2011Core: 900 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

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (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

The GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 550 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $50), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 97% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+97%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)
More affordable ($25)

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 P6300 and GeForce GTX 550 Ti

Intel

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2014. It features the Generation 8.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,582 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 550 Ti

The GeForce GTX 550 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 116W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,558 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 scores 1,582 and the GeForce GTX 550 Ti reaches 1,558 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is built on Generation 8.0 while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti uses Fermi 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 192 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti). Raw compute: 0.6144 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 0.6912 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 550 Ti).

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
G3D Mark Score
1,582+2%
1,558
Architecture
Generation 8.0
Fermi 2.0
Process Node
14 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
384+100%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.6144 TFLOPS
0.6912 TFLOPS+13%
ROPs
6
24+300%
TMUs
48+50%
32

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
3 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 550 Ti's 116W — a 154.2% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 550 Ti). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
TDP
15W-87%
116W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
400W
Power Connector
Integrated
1x 6-pin
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
105.5+687%
13.4
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Value Analysis

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 550 Ti costs 50% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 31.6 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 62.3 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers 97.2% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).

FeatureIris Pro Graphics P6300GeForce GTX 550 Ti
MSRP
$150
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$50
$25-50%
Performance per Dollar
31.6
62.3+97%
Codename
Broadwell GT3e
GF116
Release
September 5 2014
March 15 2011
Ranking
#755
#761