Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs GeForce GTX 1060

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

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

10,064

+410.3%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 MAX Graphics is positioned at rank #139 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 MAX Graphics

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

96%

#129

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

303%

#131

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

275%

#132

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

274%

#136

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

249%

#137

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

247%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

97%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

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 MAX Graphics uses modern memory architecture. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 410.3% 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 MAX Graphics.

Insight	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-410.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+410.3%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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 GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 240.2% better value per dollar than the Iris Xe MAX Graphics.

Insight	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+240.2%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe MAX Graphics and GeForce GTX 1060

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 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 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Iris Xe MAX Graphics scores 1,972 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 410.3%. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is built on Generation 12.1 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 10 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,972	10,064+410%
Architecture	Generation 12.1	Pascal
Process Node	10 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+250%
Boost Clock	1650 MHz	1733 MHz+5%
ROPs	24	64+167%
TMUs	48	160+233%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
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 MAX Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	6 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	192 GB/s
Bus Width	System	192-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	QuickSync	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	QuickSync	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 151.2% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	25W-86%	180W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	400W
Power Connector	Integrated	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	78.9+41%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 33.3% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 240.2% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).