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Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
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Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
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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 Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is positioned at rank #185 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.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 1.2/2.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 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 Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) and Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 1 2016. It features the GCN 1.2/2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 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 1100 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,538 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) scores 1,500 and the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 reaches 1,538 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is built on GCN 1.2/2.0 while the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 uses Generation 8.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)) vs 384 (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200). Boost clocks: 800 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,500 | 1,538+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.2/2.0 | Generation 8.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
| Boost Clock | 800 MHz | 1100 MHz+38% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 has 0 MB. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) draws 12W versus the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200's 15W — a 22.2% difference. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)) vs 1W (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 12W-20% | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 125.0+22% | 102.5 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.0 (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)) vs Infinity (Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200) — the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).
| Feature | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.0 | Infinity |
| Codename | Bristol Ridge | Broadwell GT3e |
| Release | June 1 2016 | September 5 2014 |
| Ranking | #904 | #763 |
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