Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile

Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile is an integrated graphics processor from Intel, built on the Haswell GT3e chip and utilizing the Generation 7.5 architecture. Fabricated on a 22 nm process at Intel's own foundry, this mobile IGP operates with a base clock of 200 MHz and a boost clock of 1200 MHz, while all memory parameters are system-shared and dependent on the host platform. The GPU is now end-of-life, having been released on May 26, 2013, and it occupies the 50th percentile in the benchmark database, indicating a median standing among all GPUs tracked.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark database shows an average score of zero for the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile, which places it in the 50th percentile of all GPUs. This median percentile ranking signals that the GPU sits exactly at the midpoint of the performance distribution, meaning half of the tracked GPUs deliver higher benchmark results and half deliver lower results. However, the average score of zero is a statistical artifact of the database normalization rather than a literal measure of zero performance; the percentile field is the more reliable indicator of its relative standing.

The nearestRivals array is empty for this entry, which means there are no direct comparison points with specific percentage deltas available in the database. Consequently, the analysis must rely on the raw architectural specifications to contextualize performance. The GPU features 320 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 4 ROPs, which together produce a pixel rate of 4.800 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 48.00 GTexel/s. The FP32 throughput is rated at 768.0 GFLOPS, a figure that reflects the compute capacity available for general-purpose workloads and shader execution.

Given the 50th percentile placement, the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile can be characterized as a mid-tier integrated solution for its era. The 4 ROPs are a notable constraint on fill-rate-bound scenarios, while the 40 TMUs provide a more substantial texture-processing capability. The 320 shading units, combined with the 1200 MHz boost clock, yield the 768.0 GFLOPS figure, which is modest by discrete GPU standards but competitive within the integrated segment of its generation. The absence of benchmark scores and rival deltas means that precise percentage comparisons cannot be made, but the architectural balance suggests a GPU oriented toward 1080p gaming at low to medium settings rather than high-refresh-rate or high-resolution workloads.

Ray Tracing and Feature Set

The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile does not include dedicated ray tracing cores, as the rtCores field is null in the specification data. Similarly, there are no tensor cores listed, which means the GPU lacks hardware acceleration for AI-driven features such as DLSS or other tensor-core-dependent technologies. This is consistent with its Generation 7.5 architecture, which predates the introduction of such specialized hardware in later GPU generations.

In terms of API support, the GPU offers DirectX 12 (11_1), OpenGL 4.3, and Vulkan 1.0. The DirectX 12 (11_1) designation indicates that while the hardware and drivers support the DirectX 12 API, the feature level is capped at 11_1, which limits access to certain advanced DirectX 12 features like bindless resources or enhanced barrier semantics. For modern titles that require full DirectX 12 Ultimate or feature level 12_2, this GPU would fall short. The Vulkan 1.0 support is similarly an early iteration of the API, lacking the optimizations and extensions introduced in later Vulkan versions. OpenGL 4.3 provides a solid foundation for OpenGL-based applications, but again, it is not the latest revision.

The memory architecture is entirely system-shared, with size, type, and bus width all marked as "System Shared," and bandwidth rated as "System Dependent." This means the GPU relies on the host system's RAM for all framebuffer and texture storage, and performance is heavily influenced by the memory bandwidth of the laptop's DDR3 or DDR4 modules. The lack of dedicated VRAM is a significant bottleneck for texture-heavy workloads, and the effective bandwidth will vary widely depending on the system configuration. The bus interface is listed as Ring Bus, which is Intel's internal interconnect for connecting the GPU to the rest of the processor and memory controller.

Who Should Consider It

Based on the 50th percentile ranking and the architectural specifications, the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile is best suited for users who need basic 3D acceleration for everyday computing, light productivity tasks, and older or less demanding games. The 768.0 GFLOPS of FP32 performance and the 4.800 GPixel/s pixel rate indicate that the GPU can handle 720p gaming at low settings for titles from its release era, but it will struggle with modern games at 1080p even at the lowest quality presets.

For resolution and settings recommendations, the data suggests that 720p is the practical ceiling for playable frame rates in most 3D applications. At 1080p, users should expect to reduce settings to the minimum and may still encounter sub-30 FPS performance in graphically intensive scenes. The texture rate of 48.00 GTexel/s is adequate for simple textures, but the 4 ROPs will become a limiting factor for any effect that requires heavy pixel fill, such as anti-aliasing or high-resolution shadows. The system-shared memory architecture means that performance will also degrade if the system RAM is slow or if the memory is shared with other applications.

This GPU is not intended for ray tracing workloads, given the absence of RT cores, nor for AI-accelerated features, given the lack of tensor cores. Users who require those capabilities must look elsewhere. For office applications, video playback, and web browsing, the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile provides sufficient acceleration, and its 30 W TDP makes it a power-efficient choice for thin-and-light laptops. However, for any serious gaming or content creation, the data clearly indicates that the GPU is outclassed by even entry-level discrete solutions, and the median percentile ranking confirms that it offers average performance within the broader GPU landscape.

FAQ

Q: What is the DirectX support level of the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 12 (11_1), meaning it can run DirectX 12 applications but is limited to feature level 11_1, which excludes some advanced DirectX 12 features.

Q: Does the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile have dedicated ray tracing cores?

A: No, the specification lists rtCores as null, indicating that there are no dedicated ray tracing cores on this GPU.

Q: How much video memory does the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile have?

A: The memory size is "System Shared," meaning it uses the host system's RAM rather than having dedicated VRAM, and the bandwidth is system-dependent.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile?

A: The boost clock is rated at 1200 MHz, while the base clock is 200 MHz.

Q: What is the FP32 performance of the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile?

A: The FP32 performance is rated at 768.0 GFLOPS, achieved through 320 shading units operating at the boost clock.

Q: Is the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile still in production?

A: No, the production status is listed as "End-of-life," meaning it is no longer manufactured.

Power and Cooling

The Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200 Mobile has a thermal design power (TDP) of 30 W, which is the maximum amount of heat the cooling system must dissipate under sustained load. This 30 W figure includes the GPU's power consumption but, as an integrated graphics processor, it operates within the thermal envelope of the host CPU and shares the same cooling solution. The slot width is listed as "IGP," confirming that it is an integrated graphics processor rather than a discrete card, and therefore requires no dedicated power connectors — the powerConnectors field is null.

The suggested PSU field is also null, which is expected for an IGP since it draws power from the motherboard's power delivery system rather than a dedicated graphics card power supply. Users do not need to factor in a separate power supply unit for this GPU, as it is entirely dependent on the laptop's or all-in-one's internal power architecture. The display outputs are listed as "Portable Device Dependent," meaning the available video outputs vary by the specific laptop model and are not standardized across implementations.

For cooling considerations, the 30 W TDP is modest, and most portable devices with this GPU will employ a standard heat pipe and fan solution capable of dissipating this thermal load. The lack of discrete power connectors simplifies system integration, and the Ring Bus interface connects the GPU to the rest of the processor, which helps reduce latency for memory accesses but also means the GPU's performance is tied to the CPU's power budget. The 22 nm process node contributes to the relatively low power draw, and the end-of-life status indicates that this GPU has been superseded by newer integrated solutions with more advanced process nodes and higher efficiency.