GeForce GTX 850A vs Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual
GeForce GTX 850A
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Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual
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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 850A is positioned at rank 473 and the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual is on rank 531, so the GeForce GTX 850A 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 850A
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual 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 850A.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| 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 Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 850A and Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual
GeForce GTX 850A
The GeForce GTX 850A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 767 points.
Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 777 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 850A scores 767 and the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual reaches 777 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 850A) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 767 | 777+1% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 768+20% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 850A draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 850A) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 10.2 | 15.5+52% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 850A launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual launched at $200 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.3 (GeForce GTX 850A) vs 15.5 (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual offers 1.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 850A is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 850A | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-25% | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.3 | 15.5+1% |
| Codename | GM107 | — |
| Release | March 13 2015 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #621 | #881 |
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