Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs GeForce GTX 765M

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

25

1,972

0.0%

2,014

+2.1%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

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. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is positioned at rank 139 and the GeForce GTX 765M is on rank 109, so the GeForce GTX 765M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 GeForce GTX 765M

#99

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

270%

#101

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

244%

#102

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

244%

#106

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

222%

#107

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

220%

#109

GeForce GTX 765M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

100%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

97%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

95%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

95%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

95%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

94%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

94%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is significantly newer (2020 vs 2013). 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 765M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 765M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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 765M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 765M 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.

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 765M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe MAX Graphics and GeForce GTX 765M

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 765M

The GeForce GTX 765M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 850 MHz to 863 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,014 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics scores 1,972 and the GeForce GTX 765M reaches 2,014 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is built on Generation 12.1 while the GeForce GTX 765M uses Kepler, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 765M). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 1.326 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 765M). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 863 MHz.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 765M
G3D Mark Score	1,972	2,014+2%
Architecture	Generation 12.1	Kepler
Process Node	10 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS+91%	1.326 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1650 MHz+91%	863 MHz
ROPs	24+50%	16
TMUs	48	64+33%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 765M
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 765M has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 765M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTX 765M) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 765M
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	80 GB/s
Bus Width	System	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 765M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 765M
DirectX	12.1	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 1st Gen NVENC (GeForce GTX 765M). Decoder: QuickSync vs 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (GeForce GTX 765M).

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce GTX 765M
Encoder	QuickSync	1st Gen NVENC
Decoder	QuickSync	1st Gen NVDEC (VP5)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 765M's 75W — a 100% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 765M). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.