Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU)
Intel
G3D Mark
1,500
Performance Spectrum - GPU
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.
Overview
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.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) 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 Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) architecture (codename: Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11), manufactured on a 10 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 48 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels). Boost clock reaches 1100 MHz from a base of 300 MHz.
| Specification | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 1,500 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Ice Lake G4 Gen. 11 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 48 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1100 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 300 MHz |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | IGP |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #760 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) is equipped with Shared System RAM of Shared video memory connected via a System memory bus, delivering System of bandwidth.
| Specification | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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 G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Display & Media
Display outputs: DisplayPort 1.4x 0, HDMI 2.0bx 1 — 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,VP8,AVC,MPEG-2,JPEG.
| Specification | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|
| 0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors | DisplayPort 1.4x |
| 1 PortsNumber of 1 display connectors | HDMI 2.0bx |
| 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,VP8,AVC,MPEG-2,JPEG |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) draws 12-25 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: 45 at idle, 85 under load.
| Specification | Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 12-25 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 | 45 |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 85 |
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