Quadro 5000 vs Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Quadro 5000

2011Core: 513 MHz

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

2020Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1650 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro 5000

152

1,963

0.0%

GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED

GeForce GTX 280

GeForce 940MX

GeForce GT 755M

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

1,972

+0.5%

HD Graphics 6000

UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

HD Graphics P530

Iris Plus Graphics 650

Iris Plus Graphics 655

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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 Quadro 5000 is positioned at rank 367 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics is on rank 139, so the Iris Xe MAX Graphics 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 Quadro 5000

#352

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

18700%

#367

Quadro 5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $100

100%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

99%

#369

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

99%

#370

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

90%

#371

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

86%

#372

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

84%

#373

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

82%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

77%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

77%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

77%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

76%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

73%

#379

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

71%

#380

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

71%

#381

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

67%

#382

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

67%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is significantly newer (2020 vs 2011). 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 Quadro 5000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))	Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) (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

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $100 for the Quadro 5000, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 151.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+151.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($40)

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.

Quadro 5000 Benchmark Check

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 5000 and Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Quadro 5000

The Quadro 5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 23 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 513 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 152W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,963 points. Launch price was $2,499.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro 5000 scores 1,963 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics reaches 1,972 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 5000 is built on Fermi while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics uses Generation 12.1, both on 40 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 352 (Quadro 5000) vs 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Raw compute: 0.7223 TFLOPS (Quadro 5000) vs 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics).

Feature	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
G3D Mark Score	1,963	1,972
Architecture	Fermi	Generation 12.1
Process Node	40 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	352	768+118%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7223 TFLOPS	2.534 TFLOPS+251%
ROPs	40+67%	24
TMUs	44	48+9%
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	1 MB+59%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
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)

The Quadro 5000 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has 0 MB. The Quadro 5000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (Quadro 5000) vs 1 MB (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
VRAM Capacity	2.5 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	System
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	1 MB+59%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 5000 draws 152W versus the Iris Xe MAX Graphics's 25W — a 143.5% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 5000) vs 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	Quadro 5000	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
TDP	152W	25W-84%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	80
Perf/Watt	12.9	78.9+512%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro 5000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 and now averages $40. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 60% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.6 (Quadro 5000) vs 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers 151.5% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2011).