UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) vs FirePro M5950

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 FirePro M5950

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MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

100%

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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro M5950 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M5950 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU).

Insight	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the FirePro M5950 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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) and FirePro M5950

UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 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 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.

FirePro M5950

The FirePro M5950 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,314 points.

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Graphics Performance

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) scores 1,300 and the FirePro M5950 reaches 1,314 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the FirePro M5950 uses TeraScale 2, both on 10 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 32 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 480 (FirePro M5950).

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
G3D Mark Score	1,300	1,314+1%
Architecture	Gen. 11 Ice Lake	TeraScale 2
Process Node	10 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	32	480+1400%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M5950 has 1 GB. The FirePro M5950 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	1 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 11.2 (FirePro M5950). Vulkan: 1.2 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 5.

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
DirectX	12 (12_1)+7%	11.2
Vulkan	1.2	None
OpenGL	4.6+12%	4.1
Max Displays	3	5+67%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs None (FirePro M5950). Decoder: Quick Sync Video (Gen 11) vs UVD 3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (FirePro M5950).

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
Encoder	Quick Sync Video (Gen 11)	None
Decoder	Quick Sync Video (Gen 11)	UVD 3
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2

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Power & Dimensions

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) draws 15W versus the FirePro M5950's 35W — a 80% difference. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 0W (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 350W (FirePro M5950). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 75°C.

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
TDP	15W-57%	35W
Recommended PSU	0W-100%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	80	75°C-6%
Perf/Watt	86.7+131%	37.5

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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the FirePro M5950 launched at $200 and now averages $200. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) costs 100+% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)) vs 6.6 (FirePro M5950) — the UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).

Feature	UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU)	FirePro M5950
MSRP	$0-100%	$200
Avg Price (30d)	$0-100%	$200
Performance per Dollar	Infinity	6.6
Codename	Ice Lake G1 Gen. 11	Whistler
Release	May 28 2019	January 4 2011
Ranking	#820	#795