Radeon Vega 10 vs Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
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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 Vega 10 is positioned at rank #584 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 Vega 10
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Vega 10 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU).
| Insight | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | GCN 5.0 (2017−2020) (14nm) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Vega 10 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 Vega 10 and Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Radeon Vega 10
The Radeon Vega 10 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 8 2019. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1301 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,515 points.
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 10 scores 1,515 and the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 10 is built on GCN 5.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 14 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon Vega 10) vs 48 (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)). Boost clocks: 1301 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,515+1% | 1,500 |
| Architecture | GCN 5.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+1233% | 48 |
| Boost Clock | 1301 MHz+18% | 1100 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Vega 10 draws 10W versus the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)'s 12W — a 18.2% difference. The Radeon Vega 10 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 10) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-17% | 12W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 151.5+21% | 125.0 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 10 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) costs 100+% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.2 (Radeon Vega 10) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)) — the Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 10 | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.2 | Infinity |
| Codename | Raven | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 |
| Release | January 8 2019 | May 28 2019 |
| Ranking | #747 | #760 |
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