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Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
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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 Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is positioned at rank #572 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 Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | Vega (2017−2020) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 and Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G
Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,947 points.
Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G
The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,898 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 scores 1,947 and the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G reaches 1,898 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,947+3% | 1,898 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 7 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 draws 7W versus the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G's 15W — a 72.7% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-53% | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 278.1+120% | 126.5 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G costs 100+% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.5 (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G) — the Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 | Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.5 | Infinity |
| Codename | — | Vega |
| Release | December 6 2018 | January 7 2020 |
| Ranking | #915 | #545 |
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