Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics vs GeForce Go 6800

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics and GeForce Go 6800 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics outperforms GeForce Go 6800 by ~7% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+7%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

Low confidence
Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics (~2%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS

Reasons to consider GeForce Go 6800

  • Recorded feature support: CUDA / OpenCL 1.x · Not supported
Low confidence

Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3230
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
5554
Memory capacity
5043
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 119–124of 411
Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphicsnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
GeForce Go 6800not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce Go 6800

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32Better
30
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29Better
28
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27Better
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43Better
42

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
Vulkan
DirectX
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Max resolution
Max monitors
USB Type-C
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumptionBetter
Architecture
Memory type
Upscaling
Length
Transistor count
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / cores
Interface
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Clock speed
Base clock
Boost clockBetter
Thickness
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Device class
Power connector

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics and GeForce Go 6800 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.

Intel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
160 FPS
146 FPS
1080p Ultra
113 FPS
103 FPS
1440p Ultra
61 FPS
57 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
22 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics160 FPSGeForce Go 6800146 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics113 FPSGeForce Go 6800103 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics61 FPSGeForce Go 680057 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics22 FPSGeForce Go 680022 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics103 FPSGeForce Go 680094 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics89 FPSGeForce Go 680081 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics44 FPSGeForce Go 680042 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics15 FPSGeForce Go 680015 FPS
Forza Horizon 5Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics130 FPSGeForce Go 6800119 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics84 FPSGeForce Go 680077 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics55 FPSGeForce Go 680052 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics32 FPSGeForce Go 680032 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics84 FPSGeForce Go 680077 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics71 FPSGeForce Go 680064 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics39 FPSGeForce Go 680037 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics15 FPSGeForce Go 680015 FPS
Average FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics119 FPSGeForce Go 6800109 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics89 FPSGeForce Go 680081 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics50 FPSGeForce Go 680047 FPSIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics21 FPSGeForce Go 680021 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10032306%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100382927%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10037348%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100504315%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100403611%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100393511%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10037348%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100423713%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10037348%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
DirectX12.19.3
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.62.0
UpscalingXeSSNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0CUDA / OpenCL 1.x

Architecture and release

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
ArchitectureXe LPCurie
Process node10 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20202004
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
Transistor countNot publicly specified190 million
Die size95 mm²Better225 mm²
Shader units / cores768Not publicly specified
Base clock300 MHz300 MHz
Boost clock1650 MHzBetter300 MHz

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8MXM-III
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessIGPMXM Module
Recommended PSU200 WOEM dependent
Power connectorIntegrated laptop powerNone

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemDepends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsIntel Iris Xe MAX GraphicsGeForce Go 6800
VRAM4 GB LPDDR4XBetter0.25 GB GDDR3
Memory typeLPDDR4XDDR / DDR2
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS2.534Not published (legacy architecture)

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Device AIntel Iris Xe MAX Graphics43
Device BGeForce Go 680042
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Estimated / unverified results
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics or GeForce Go 6800?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics has the higher overall gaming score, while Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GeForce Go 6800 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

GeForce Go 6800 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers more overall performance, while Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GeForce Go 6800 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics leads in combined 1440p performance. Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.