GeForce RTX 4060 vs Iris Plus Graphics 655
GeForce RTX 4060
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Iris Plus Graphics 655
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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 GeForce RTX 4060
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1030.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 655.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1030.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1030.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 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 GeForce RTX 4060 and Iris Plus Graphics 655
GeForce RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Iris Plus Graphics 655
The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in April 3 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,729 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the Iris Plus Graphics 655's 1,729 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 1030.6%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Iris Plus Graphics 655 uses Generation 9.5, both on 5 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 0.8064 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+1031% | 1,729 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 14 nm+++ |
| Shading Units | 3072+700% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+1774% | 0.8064 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+134% | 1050 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+700% | 6 |
| TMUs | 96+100% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics 655 has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 655).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 655's 15W — a 153.8% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 655). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 85.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 15W-87% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 240mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-14% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+47% | 115.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the Iris Plus Graphics 655 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics 655 costs 100+% less ($299 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 655) — the Iris Plus Graphics 655 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Iris Plus Graphics 655 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4 | Infinity |
| Codename | AD107 | Coffee Lake GT3e |
| Release | May 18 2023 | April 3 2018 |
| Ranking | #84 | #723 |
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