Quadro 4000 vs Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Quadro 4000
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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 Quadro 4000 is positioned at rank #339 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 4000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 4000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 4000 and Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Quadro 4000
The Quadro 4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 2 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 475 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 142W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,475 points. Launch price was $1,199.
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 4000 scores 1,475 and the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 4000 is built on Fermi while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 40 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 256 (Quadro 4000) vs 48 (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)).
| Feature | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,475 | 1,500+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 256+433% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro 4000 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) has 0 MB. The Quadro 4000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 4000 draws 142W versus the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)'s 12W — a 168.8% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 4000) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 142W | 12W-92% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 10.4 | 125.0+1102% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 4000 launched at $1199 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) costs 100+% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.2 (Quadro 4000) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) — the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).
| Feature | Quadro 4000 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1199 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.2 | Infinity |
| Codename | GF100 | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 |
| Release | November 2 2010 | May 28 2019 |
| Ranking | #770 | #760 |
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