
Iris Xe Graphics MAX vs Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE

Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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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
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE.
| Insight | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm) | Vega (2017−2020) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Xe Graphics MAX 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 Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE

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.

Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE
The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,941 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX scores 1,972 and the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE reaches 1,941 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is built on Generation 12.1 while the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE uses Vega, both on 10 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 2100 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,972+2% | 1,941 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.1 | Vega |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+50% | 512 |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 2100 MHz+27% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| 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) (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | 1.3+30% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs VCN 1.0 (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE). Decoder: QuickSync vs VCN 1.0. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | VCN 1.0 |
| Decoder | QuickSync | VCN 1.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX draws 25W versus the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE's 15W — a 50% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W | 15W-40% |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 78.9 | 129.4+64% |
Value Analysis
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE) — the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.3 | Infinity |
| Codename | DG1 | Vega |
| Release | October 31 2020 | January 7 2020 |
| Ranking | #685 | #545 |
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