Iris Xe Graphics G7
VS
GeForce GTX 485M SLI

Iris Xe Graphics G7 vs GeForce GTX 485M SLI

Intel

Iris Xe Graphics G7

2020
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 485M SLI

2011Core: 575 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 Xe Graphics G7 is positioned at rank 282 and the GeForce GTX 485M SLI is on rank 227, so the GeForce GTX 485M SLI 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 Xe Graphics G7

#61
GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)
MSRP: $800|Avg: $350
93%
#272
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
656%
#274
594%
#275
593%
#279
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
539%
#280
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
535%
#282
Iris Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $200|Avg: $100
100%
#283
Radeon R9 M395
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
99%
#285
GeForce GT 755M SLI
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
99%
#286
GeForce GTX 950A
MSRP: $159|Avg: $30
99%
#288
Radeon 540X
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
97%
#289
GeForce 930MX
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
96%
#291
GeForce MX250
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
96%
#292
Radeon 630
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
95%
#293
GeForce MX330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
95%
#296
Radeon RX 780
MSRP: $499|Avg: $721
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 485M SLI

#53
Radeon RX 6850M XT
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
97%
#217
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
485%
#219
439%
#220
438%
#224
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
398%
#225
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
396%
#227
GeForce GTX 485M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#228
GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
MSRP: $149|Avg: $40
99%
#230
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
MSRP: $150|Avg: $75
99%
#235
Radeon RX 540
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
96%
#236
Radeon HD 6750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
95%
#237
Radeon HD 7570M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15
94%
#239
Arc Graphics 130T
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
92%
#240
GeForce MX570 A
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
92%
#242
GeForce GT 645
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2011). The Iris Xe Graphics G7 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 485M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 485M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% 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.

InsightIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / 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 485M 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 Xe Graphics G7 and GeForce GTX 485M SLI

Intel

Iris Xe Graphics G7

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. It has 96 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 485M SLI

The GeForce GTX 485M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 575 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,360 points.

Graphics Performance

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 scores 3,311 and the GeForce GTX 485M SLI reaches 3,360 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce GTX 485M SLI uses Fermi, both on 10 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 96 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 485M SLI).

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
G3D Mark Score
3,311
3,360+1%
Architecture
Gen. 11 Ice Lake
Fermi
Process Node
10 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
96
768+700%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M 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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 485M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 485M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
2 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 485M SLI). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
DirectX
12.1
12 (11_0)
Vulkan
1.2
1.2
OpenGL
4.6+15%
4.0
Max Displays
4+100%
2
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 485M SLI). Decoder: QuickSync vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 485M SLI).

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
Encoder
QuickSync
PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder
QuickSync
PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs
H.264,HEVC,AV1
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 485M SLI's 100W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 485M SLI). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 92°C.

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
TDP
30W-70%
100W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
1x 6-pin
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
85°C-8%
92°C
Perf/Watt
110.4+229%
33.6
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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2011).

FeatureIris Xe Graphics G7GeForce GTX 485M SLI
MSRP
$200
Avg Price (30d)
$100
Codename
Tiger Lake Xe
N11E-GTX-A1
Release
August 15 2020
January 6 2011
Ranking
#493
#542