Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs Radeon RX 570X

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 570X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Longevity	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $169 for the Radeon RX 570X, it costs 76% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 333.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+333.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($169)

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

Radeon RX 570X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Xe MAX Graphics and Radeon RX 570X

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.

Radeon RX 570X

The Radeon RX 570X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1244 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,923 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics scores 1,972 and the Radeon RX 570X reaches 1,923 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is built on Generation 12.1 while the Radeon RX 570X uses GCN 4.0, both on 10 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 570X). Raw compute: 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 5.095 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 570X). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1244 MHz.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
G3D Mark Score	1,972+3%	1,923
Architecture	Generation 12.1	GCN 4.0
Process Node	10 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	768	2048+167%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.534 TFLOPS	5.095 TFLOPS+101%
Boost Clock	1650 MHz+33%	1244 MHz
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	48	128+167%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 570X has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 570X 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 (Radeon RX 570X) — the Radeon RX 570X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	8 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
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_0 (Radeon RX 570X). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 5.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
DirectX	12.1	12_0
Max Displays	4	5+25%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 570X). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 6.3.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
Encoder	QuickSync	VCE 3.4
Decoder	QuickSync	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics draws 25W versus the Radeon RX 570X's 120W — a 131% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 450W (Radeon RX 570X). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Iris Xe MAX Graphics	Radeon RX 570X
TDP	25W-79%	120W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	450W
Power Connector	Integrated	None
Length	0mm	241mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	78.9+393%	16.0

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Value Analysis

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon RX 570X launched at $169 and now averages $169. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 76.3% less ($129 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) vs 11.4 (Radeon RX 570X) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers 332.5% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).