
Radeon TM R9 A360
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Iris Pro Graphics P580
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon TM R9 A360 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% 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 Pro Graphics P580.
| Insight | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| 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 Radeon TM R9 A360 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon TM R9 A360 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 205% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+205%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) |
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 TM R9 A360 and Iris Pro Graphics P580

Radeon TM R9 A360
The Radeon TM R9 A360 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 925 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,060 points.

Iris Pro Graphics P580
The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,026 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon TM R9 A360 scores 2,060 and the Iris Pro Graphics P580 reaches 2,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon TM R9 A360 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 uses Generation 9.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 512 (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 576 (Iris Pro Graphics P580). Raw compute: 0.9472 TFLOPS (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 1.21 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P580). Boost clocks: 925 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,060+2% | 2,026 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 512 | 576+13% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9472 TFLOPS | 1.21 TFLOPS+28% |
| Boost Clock | 925 MHz | 1050 MHz+14% |
| ROPs | 16+78% | 9 |
| TMUs | 32 | 72+125% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 TM R9 A360 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 has 0 MB. The Radeon TM R9 A360 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon TM R9 A360 draws 30W versus the Iris Pro Graphics P580's 15W — a 66.7% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P580). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 15W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 68.7 | 135.1+97% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon TM R9 A360 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Iris Pro Graphics P580 launched at $150 and now averages $60. The Radeon TM R9 A360 costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 103.0 (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 33.8 (Iris Pro Graphics P580) — the Radeon TM R9 A360 offers 204.7% better value.
| Feature | Radeon TM R9 A360 | Iris Pro Graphics P580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-67% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 103.0+205% | 33.8 |
| Codename | Tropo | Skylake GT4e |
| Release | May 5 2015 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #711 | #678 |
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