Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs Iris Pro Graphics 580

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%

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Performance Per Dollar

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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 Iris Pro Graphics 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. 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	Iris Pro Graphics 580
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
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 Pro Graphics 580 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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe MAX Graphics and Iris Pro Graphics 580

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.

Iris Pro Graphics 580

The Iris Pro Graphics 580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,985 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics scores 1,972 and the Iris Pro Graphics 580 reaches 1,985 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is built on Generation 12.1 while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 950 MHz.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
G3D Mark Score	1,972	1,985
Architecture	Generation 12.1	Generation 9.0
Process Node	10 nm	14 nm+
Shading Units	768+33%	576
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS+132%	1.094 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1650 MHz+74%	950 MHz
ROPs	24+167%	9
TMUs	48	72+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	Shared	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	System	System
Bus Width	System	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
DirectX	12.1	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs Quick Sync Video (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Decoder: QuickSync vs Quick Sync Video. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Pro Graphics 580).

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
Encoder	QuickSync	Quick Sync Video
Decoder	QuickSync	Quick Sync Video
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics draws 25W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 580's 45W — a 57.1% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 0W (Iris Pro Graphics 580). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Iris Pro Graphics 580
TDP	25W-44%	45W
Recommended PSU	1W	0W-100%
Power Connector	Integrated	None
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80	80
Perf/Watt	78.9+79%	44.1

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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Iris Pro Graphics 580 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Pro Graphics 580 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs Infinity (Iris Pro Graphics 580) — the Iris Pro Graphics 580 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).