Iris Xe Graphics MAX vs Iris Pro Graphics 580
Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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Iris Pro Graphics 580
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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 Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX uses modern memory architecture. 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 Iris Pro Graphics 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Pro Graphics 580 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 MAX and Iris Pro Graphics 580
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.
Iris Pro Graphics 580
The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,985 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX scores 1,972 and the Iris Pro Graphics 580 reaches 1,985 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is built on Generation 12.1 while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 950 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,972 | 1,985 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.1 | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 768+33% | 576 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.534 TFLOPS+132% | 1.094 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz+74% | 950 MHz |
| ROPs | 24+167% | 9 |
| TMUs | 48 | 72+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | 1.2+20% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Decoder: QuickSync vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | Quick Sync Video |
| Decoder | QuickSync | Quick Sync Video |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX draws 25W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 580's 45W — a 57.1% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-44% | 45W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 0W-100% |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 78.9+79% | 44.1 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Iris Pro Graphics 580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.3 | Infinity |
| Codename | DG1 | Skylake GT4e |
| Release | October 31 2020 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #685 | #707 |
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