GeForce GTX 780M vs Radeon R9 M390X
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 780M is positioned at rank 212 and the Radeon R9 M390X is on rank 416, so the GeForce GTX 780M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 780M
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M390X
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 M390X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780M.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 780M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780M holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $120), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 97.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+97.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($60) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780M and Radeon R9 M390X
GeForce GTX 780M
The GeForce GTX 780M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 823 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,845 points.
Radeon R9 M390X
The Radeon R9 M390X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 723 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,895 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 780M scores 3,845 and the Radeon R9 M390X reaches 3,895 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780M is built on Kepler while the Radeon R9 M390X uses GCN 3.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 2,048 (Radeon R9 M390X). Raw compute: 2.448 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 2.961 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M390X).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,845 | 3,895+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 3.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 2048+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.448 TFLOPS | 2.961 TFLOPS+21% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 512 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 160 GB/s | 160 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 780M draws 122W versus the Radeon R9 M390X's 75W — a 47.7% difference. The Radeon R9 M390X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M390X). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 122W | 75W-39% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Mobile |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 31.5 | 51.9+65% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 780M costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.1 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 32.5 (Radeon R9 M390X) — the GeForce GTX 780M offers 97.2% better value. The Radeon R9 M390X is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M | Radeon R9 M390X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $550 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-50% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.1+97% | 32.5 |
| Codename | GK104 | Amethyst |
| Release | May 11 2013 | May 5 2015 |
| Ranking | #511 | #504 |
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