Radeon 540X vs Iris Pro Graphics P6300

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 Radeon 540X is positioned at rank #288 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 Radeon 540X

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

96%

#278

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

677%

#280

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

614%

#281

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

612%

#285

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

556%

#286

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

553%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

100%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

100%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

98%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

96%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

94%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

94%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

94%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

94%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 540X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 540X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 540X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Pro Graphics P6300.

Insight	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015))
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 Radeon 540X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the Iris Pro Graphics P6300, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 25.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+25.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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.

Radeon 540X Benchmark Check

Iris Pro Graphics P6300 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 540X and Iris Pro Graphics P6300

Radeon 540X

The Radeon 540X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 5 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1046 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,588 points.

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2014. It features the Generation 8.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,582 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon 540X scores 1,588 and the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 reaches 1,582 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 540X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 uses Generation 8.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 540X) vs 384 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Raw compute: 1.071 TFLOPS (Radeon 540X) vs 0.6144 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Boost clocks: 1046 MHz vs 800 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
G3D Mark Score	1,588	1,582
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Generation 8.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	512+33%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.071 TFLOPS+74%	0.6144 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1046 MHz+31%	800 MHz
ROPs	16+167%	6
TMUs	32	48+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 540X comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 has 0 MB. The Radeon 540X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Radeon 540X) vs 12 (11_1) (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6.

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
DirectX	12	12 (11_1)
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 540X draws 50W versus the Iris Pro Graphics P6300's 15W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 540X) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
TDP	50W	15W-70%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	75°C	75°C
Perf/Watt	31.8	105.5+232%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 540X launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 launched at $150 and now averages $50. The Radeon 540X costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.7 (Radeon 540X) vs 31.6 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) — the Radeon 540X offers 25.6% better value. The Radeon 540X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).

Feature	Radeon 540X	Iris Pro Graphics P6300
MSRP	$99-34%	$150
Avg Price (30d)	$40-20%	$50
Performance per Dollar	39.7+26%	31.6
Codename	Lexa	Broadwell GT3e
Release	September 5 2018	September 5 2014
Ranking	#754	#755