Maxwell GPU Surface Book vs Radeon RX 560X
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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. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is positioned at rank #230 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Maxwell GPU Surface Book
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 560X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 560X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 560X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Maxwell GPU Surface Book.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 560X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $75 for the Maxwell GPU Surface Book, it costs 47% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 89.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+89.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book and Radeon RX 560X
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Radeon RX 560X
The Radeon RX 560X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,340 points.
Graphics Performance
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book scores 3,311 and the Radeon RX 560X reaches 3,340 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is built on Maxwell while the Radeon RX 560X uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 1,024 (Radeon RX 560X). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1275 MHz.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 3,340 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 1024+167% |
| Boost Clock | 993 MHz | 1275 MHz+28% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 560X has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 560X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book draws 30W versus the Radeon RX 560X's 75W — a 85.7% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 400W (Radeon RX 560X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-60% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 110.4+148% | 44.5 |
Value Analysis
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon RX 560X launched at $129 and now averages $40. The Radeon RX 560X costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 83.5 (Radeon RX 560X) — the Radeon RX 560X offers 89.3% better value. The Radeon RX 560X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | Maxwell GPU Surface Book | Radeon RX 560X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $129-14% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $40-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.1 | 83.5+89% |
| Codename | Surface Book | Polaris 21 |
| Release | October 1 2015 | April 11 2018 |
| Ranking | #779 | #556 |
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