Iris Pro Graphics P6300 vs Radeon 540X
Iris Pro Graphics P6300
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Radeon 540X
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon 540X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 540X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon 540X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics P6300.
| Insight | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| 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 540X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the Iris Pro Graphics P6300, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 25.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+25.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 Radeon 540X
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.
Radeon 540X
The Radeon 540X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 5 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1046 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,588 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 scores 1,582 and the Radeon 540X reaches 1,588 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is built on Generation 8.0 while the Radeon 540X uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 384 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 512 (Radeon 540X). Raw compute: 0.6144 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 1.071 TFLOPS (Radeon 540X). Boost clocks: 800 MHz vs 1046 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,582 | 1,588 |
| Architecture | Generation 8.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 512+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6144 TFLOPS | 1.071 TFLOPS+74% |
| Boost Clock | 800 MHz | 1046 MHz+31% |
| ROPs | 6 | 16+167% |
| TMUs | 48+50% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon 540X has 512 MB. The Radeon 540X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 12 (Radeon 540X). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_1) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 draws 15W versus the Radeon 540X's 50W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 350W (Radeon 540X). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-70% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 105.5+232% | 31.8 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon 540X launched at $99 and now averages $40. The Radeon 540X costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 31.6 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) vs 39.7 (Radeon 540X) — the Radeon 540X offers 25.6% better value. The Radeon 540X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).
| Feature | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 | Radeon 540X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $99-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $40-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 31.6 | 39.7+26% |
| Codename | Broadwell GT3e | Lexa |
| Release | September 5 2014 | September 5 2018 |
| Ranking | #755 | #754 |
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