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Iris Xe Graphics MAX
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About G3D Mark
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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 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RadeonT RX Vega 11.
| Insight | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020)) |
| 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 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 RadeonT RX Vega 11
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.
RadeonT RX Vega 11
The RadeonT RX Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,917 points.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX scores 1,972 and the RadeonT RX Vega 11 reaches 1,917 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is built on Generation 12.1 while the RadeonT RX Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 704 (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1251 MHz.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,972+3% | 1,917 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.1 | GCN 5.0 |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+9% | 704 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.534 TFLOPS+44% | 1.761 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz+32% | 1251 MHz |
| ROPs | 24+200% | 8 |
| TMUs | 48+9% | 44 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 video memory. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX draws 25W versus the RadeonT RX Vega 11's 35W — a 33.3% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs 1W (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-29% | 35W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 78.9+44% | 54.8 |
Value Analysis
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the RadeonT RX Vega 11 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The RadeonT RX Vega 11 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe Graphics MAX) vs Infinity (RadeonT RX Vega 11) — the RadeonT RX Vega 11 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | Iris Xe Graphics MAX | RadeonT RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.3 | Infinity |
| Codename | DG1 | Raven |
| Release | October 31 2020 | May 10 2018 |
| Ranking | #685 | #673 |
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