Radeon R9 350 vs Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Radeon R9 350

2015Boost: 1000 MHz

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

2020Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1650 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R9 350

300

1,998

+1.3%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

1,972

0.0%

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

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 uses modern memory architecture. 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 Radeon R9 350 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 350 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Xe MAX Graphics.

Insight	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the Radeon R9 350, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 23.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+23.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅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.

Radeon R9 350 Benchmark Check

Iris Xe MAX Graphics Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 350 and Iris Xe MAX Graphics

Radeon R9 350

The Radeon R9 350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 18 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,998 points. Launch price was $329.

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 Radeon R9 350 scores 1,998 and the Iris Xe MAX Graphics reaches 1,972 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 350 is built on GCN 2.0 while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics uses Generation 12.1, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (Radeon R9 350) vs 768 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Raw compute: 5.12 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 350) vs 2.534 TFLOPS (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1650 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
G3D Mark Score	1,998+1%	1,972
Architecture	GCN 2.0	Generation 12.1
Process Node	28 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	2560+233%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.12 TFLOPS+102%	2.534 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1000 MHz	1650 MHz+65%
ROPs	64+167%	24
TMUs	160+233%	48
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 350	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	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 350 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 350 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R9 350) vs 12.1 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
DirectX	12_0	12.1
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon R9 350) vs QuickSync (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Decoder: UVD 3.1 vs QuickSync.

Feature	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
Encoder	VCE 1.0	QuickSync
Decoder	UVD 3.1	QuickSync
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 350 draws 300W versus the Iris Xe MAX Graphics's 25W — a 169.2% difference. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon R9 350) vs 1W (Iris Xe MAX Graphics). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.

Feature	Radeon R9 350	Iris Xe MAX Graphics
TDP	300W	25W-92%
Recommended PSU	300W	1W-100%
Power Connector	None	Integrated
Length	168mm	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	80
Perf/Watt	6.7	78.9+1078%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 350 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Iris Xe MAX Graphics launched at $55 and now averages $40. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.0 (Radeon R9 350) vs 49.3 (Iris Xe MAX Graphics) — the Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers 23.2% better value. The Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).