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.

Overview

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Iris Plus Graphics 650 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Iris Plus Graphics 650 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Generation 9.5 (2016−2020) architecture (codename: Kaby Lake GT3e), manufactured on a 14 nm++ process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 48 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 6 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.8832 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1150 MHz from a base of 300 MHz.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,500
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Kaby Lake GT3e
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	14 nm++
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	48
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	6
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1150 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	300 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.8832 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	55.20 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	IGP
Transistor Count	189 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#718

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is equipped with Shared System RAM of Shared video memory connected via a System memory bus, delivering System of bandwidth.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	Shared System RAM
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	Shared
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	System
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	System

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (12_1), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
XeSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
XeSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (12_1)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.3
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 3.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	None

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Display & Media

Display outputs: N/A (Mobile)x 0 — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: QuickSync, decoder: QuickSync— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	N/A (Mobile)x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	QuickSync
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	QuickSync
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,H.265,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 draws 15 Watt under load (TDP) — a 1W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Integrated. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 85 under load.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
TDPPower consumption under load	15 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	1W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	Integrated
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Weight	0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	85

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $0), the Iris Plus Graphics 650 delivers 100 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #718 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Iris Plus Graphics 650
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$0
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#718
Release Date	January 3 2017
Release Year	2017