Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs vs GRID K2
Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is significantly newer (2020 vs 2013). The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID K2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% 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 Xe Graphics G7 80EUs.
| Insight | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 GRID K2 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 Xe Graphics G7 80EUs and GRID K2
Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 400 MHz to 1350 MHz. It has 80 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,715 points.
GRID K2
The GRID K2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs scores 2,715 and the GRID K2 reaches 2,737 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GRID K2 uses Kepler, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 80 (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs) vs 1,536 (GRID K2).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,715 | 2,737 |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Kepler |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 80 | 1536 ×2+1820% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xe Graphics G7 80EUs comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GRID K2 has 2 GB. The GRID K2 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs draws 28W versus the GRID K2's 225W — a 155.7% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs) vs 350W (GRID K2). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 28W-88% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 0W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 97.0+695% | 12.2 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GRID K2 launched at $5199 and now averages $80. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs costs 100+% less ($80 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs) vs 34.2 (GRID K2) — the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2013).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $5199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 34.2 |
| Codename | Tiger Lake Xe | GK104 |
| Release | August 15 2020 | May 11 2013 |
| Ranking | #584 | #611 |
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