Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU vs Radeon RX 7500
Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
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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 X1-45 GPU is positioned at rank #635 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 X1-45 GPU
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 7500 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 7500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $229 versus $400 for the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU, it costs 43% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 73.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+73.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) | ✅More affordable ($229) |
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 X1-45 GPU and Radeon RX 7500
Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU 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: 1,886 points.
Radeon RX 7500
The Radeon RX 7500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2021. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1941 MHz to 2450 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,873 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU scores 1,886 and the Radeon RX 7500 reaches 1,873 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,886 | 1,873 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 7 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7500 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7500 has 512 MB. The Radeon RX 7500 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 135 GB/s (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) vs 216 GB/s (Radeon RX 7500) — a 60% advantage for the Radeon RX 7500. Bus width: 128-bit vs 96-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 135 GB/s | 216 GB/s+60% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+33% | 96-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU draws 7W versus the Radeon RX 7500's 175W — a 184.6% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) vs 350W (Radeon RX 7500). Power connectors: Integrated vs None.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-96% | 175W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Perf/Watt | 269.4+2418% | 10.7 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU launched at $899 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the Radeon RX 7500 launched at $229 and now averages $229. The Radeon RX 7500 costs 42.8% less ($171 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.7 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) vs 8.2 (Radeon RX 7500) — the Radeon RX 7500 offers 74.5% better value. The Radeon RX 7500 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $899 | $229-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | $229-43% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.7 | 8.2+74% |
| Codename | — | Navi 22 |
| Release | December 6 2018 | June 9 2021 |
| Ranking | #916 | #90 |
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