Iris Xe Graphics G7 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is positioned at rank #282 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Iris Xe Graphics G7
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 297.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 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.
| Insight | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-297.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+297.8%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 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 RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
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.
GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 12 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,170 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Iris Xe Graphics G7 scores 3,311 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 13,170 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU leads by 297.8%. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on 10 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 96 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 13,170+298% |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Ampere |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 96 | 3584+3633% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 336 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 192-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.4+17% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs NVENC (7th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode),VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | NVENC (7th Gen) |
| Decoder | QuickSync | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode),VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 draws 30W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 170W — a 140% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics G7) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-82% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 500W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Mobile |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 110.4+42% | 77.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics G7 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | — |
| Codename | Tiger Lake Xe | GA106 |
| Release | August 15 2020 | October 12 2022 |
| Ranking | #493 | #147 |
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