Iris Xe Graphics MAX vs GeForce GTX 460 SE

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

25

1,972

0.0%

HD Graphics 6000

UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

HD Graphics P530

Iris Plus Graphics 650

Iris Plus Graphics 655

1,988

+0.8%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 1080

TITAN V

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.

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 MAX

#64

Radeon RX 9070 XT

MSRP: $599|Avg: $700

264%

#65

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSRP: $749|Avg: $850

263%

#66

Radeon RX 6900 XT

MSRP: $999|Avg: $385

262%

#67

GeForce GTX 1630

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

253%

#68

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

235%

#69

Radeon RX 6800 XT

MSRP: $649|Avg: $743

231%

#70

Radeon RX 7900 XTX

MSRP: $999|Avg: $930

231%

#71

Radeon RX 6950 XT

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850

226%

#72

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $550

219%

#73

GeForce RTX 3080 12GB

MSRP: $1250|Avg: $500

208%

#74

GeForce RTX 5080

MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250

197%

#75

GeForce RTX 3090

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900

174%

#76

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

166%

#77

GeForce RTX 4090

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649

158%

#78

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100

144%

#79

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

100%

#80

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

99%

#81

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

95%

#82

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

85%

#83

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $100

84%

#84

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

68%

#85

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

64%

#86

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600U

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

63%

#87

Radeon RX 7500

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

56%

#88

Radeon Ryzen 5 5500H

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

55%

#89

Moore Threads MTT S70

MSRP: $345|Avg: $140

53%

#90

GeForce RTX 5090 D v2

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $4086.44

51%

#91

Radeon Ryzen 5 150

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

51%

#92

Radeon Ryzen 7 4800H

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

49%

#93

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

48%

#94

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

47%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The Iris Xe Graphics MAX likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460 SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 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 MAX.

Insight	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / 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	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the GeForce GTX 460 SE, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 24% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+24%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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.

Iris Xe Graphics MAX Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 460 SE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe Graphics MAX and GeForce GTX 460 SE

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1650 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,972 points.

GeForce GTX 460 SE

The GeForce GTX 460 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 15 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,988 points. Launch price was $160.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX scores 1,972 and the GeForce GTX 460 SE reaches 1,988 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is built on Generation 12.1 while the GeForce GTX 460 SE uses Fermi, both on 10 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 288 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 0.7488 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 SE).

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
G3D Mark Score	1,972	1,988
Architecture	Generation 12.1	Fermi
Process Node	10 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	768+167%	288
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS+238%	0.7488 TFLOPS
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	48	48

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
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 MAX comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 SE has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 460 SE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	1 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 MAX) vs 12.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
DirectX	12.1	12.0
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Decoder: QuickSync vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 460 SE).

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
Encoder	QuickSync	UVD 4.0
Decoder	QuickSync	PureVideo VP4
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 460 SE's 150W — a 142.9% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460 SE). Power connectors: Integrated vs 2x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.

Feature	Iris Xe Graphics MAX	GeForce GTX 460 SE
TDP	25W-83%	150W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	450W
Power Connector	Integrated	2x 6-pin
Length	—	210mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	80°C-6%
Perf/Watt	78.9+493%	13.3

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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe Graphics MAX launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 460 SE launched at $160 and now averages $50. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 39.8 (GeForce GTX 460 SE) — the Iris Xe Graphics MAX offers 23.9% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).