Iris Xe Graphics MAX
Intel
G3D Mark
1,972
MSRP
$55
AVG Price
$40
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 Xe Graphics MAX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 31 2020. It features the Generation 12.1 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1650 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,972 points.
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Performance Per Dollar Iris Xe Graphics MAX
FPS Benchmarks
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Iris Xe Graphics MAX specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX scores 1,972 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Aging generation graphics card. It is built on the Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) architecture (codename: DG1), manufactured on a 10 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 768 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 48 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 24 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.534 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1650 MHz.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 1,972 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Generation 12.1 (2020−2021) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | DG1 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 768 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 48 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 24 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1650 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 2.534 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 79.20 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | IGP |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #685 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX is equipped with Shared System RAM of Shared video memory connected via a System memory bus, delivering System of bandwidth.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| 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 12.1, Vulkan 1.0, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| XeSS Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| XeSS Super Resolution | ❌ Not Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12.1 |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.0 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 2x DisplayPort 1.4 — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: QuickSync, decoder: QuickSync— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| HDMI 2.0b PortsNumber of HDMI 2.0b display connectors | 1x |
| DisplayPort 1.4 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.4 display connectors | 2x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 4 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | QuickSync |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | QuickSync |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Iris Xe Graphics MAX draws 25 Watt under load (TDP) — a 1W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Integrated. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 85°C under load.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 25 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 1W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | Integrated |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 40°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 85°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $55), the Iris Xe Graphics MAX delivers 49 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #685 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Iris Xe Graphics MAX |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $55 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $40 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #685 |
| Release Date | October 31 2020 |
| Release Year | 2020 |
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