Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

25

1,972

0.0%

11,892

+503.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 780

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 1080

TITAN Xp

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Mobile

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 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 GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

106%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

102%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

101%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

101%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

101%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

100%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

99%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

98%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

97%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

97%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

96%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

94%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

94%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

94%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

93%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

92%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

91%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

91%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

90%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 503% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 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 RTX 3050 OEM
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-503%)	✅Leading raw performance (+503%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 60.8% better value per dollar than the Iris Xe MAX Graphics.

Insight	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+60.8%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 RTX 3050 OEM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe MAX Graphics and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

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 RTX 3050 OEM

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,892 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Iris Xe MAX Graphics scores 1,972 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 503%. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is built on Generation 12.1 while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 10 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1755 MHz.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
G3D Mark Score	1,972	11,892+503%
Architecture	Generation 12.1	Ampere
Process Node	10 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS+255%
Boost Clock	1650 MHz	1755 MHz+6%
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	48	80+67%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM 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 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	8 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	System	224 GB/s
Bus Width	System	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
DirectX	12.1	12.2
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: QuickSync vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Encoder	QuickSync	8th Gen NVENC
Decoder	QuickSync	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 135.5% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 235mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 75°C.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
TDP	25W-81%	130W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	450W
Power Connector	Integrated	8-pin
Length	0mm	235mm
Height	0mm	124mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	75°C-6%
Perf/Watt	78.9	91.5+16%

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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 60.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).