Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS vs Radeon 760M

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS

2023

Why buy it

✅+10.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, Unknown of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
❌100% higher power demand at 30W vs 15W.

Radeon 760M

2024

Why buy it

✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) on 4nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 15W instead of 30W, a 15W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,449 vs 6,000).

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS

2023

Radeon 760M

2024

Why buy it

✅+10.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.

Why buy it

✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) on 4nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 15W instead of 30W, a 15W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, Unknown of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
❌100% higher power demand at 30W vs 15W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,449 vs 6,000).

Quick Answers

So, is Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS better than Radeon 760M?

Yes. Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 10.1% higher PassMark G3D performance. It also comes from 2023 instead of 2024, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Radeon 760M is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2023, more VRAM at 4 GB instead of Unknown, and better upscaling support with FSR Upscaling / FSR 4 (2025) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 10.1% higher G3D Mark. G3D-per-dollar is basically tied between them. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, Radeon 760M still makes more sense on price alone, but the performance trade-off is much harder to justify by current standards.

When does Radeon 760M make more sense than Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS?

Yes. Radeon 760M is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (15W vs 30W), future-proofing, and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS. The trade-off is that Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS currently gives you 10.1% higher G3D Mark. G3D-per-dollar is basically tied between them.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS Benchmark Check

Radeon 760M Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
1080p
low	97 FPS	46 FPS
medium	84 FPS	29 FPS
high	67 FPS	21 FPS
ultra	40 FPS	12 FPS
1440p
low	87 FPS	32 FPS
medium	75 FPS	19 FPS
high	53 FPS	11 FPS
ultra	31 FPS	6 FPS
4K
low	28 FPS	12 FPS
medium	27 FPS	8 FPS
high	17 FPS	5 FPS
ultra	15 FPS	3 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
1080p
low	111 FPS	91 FPS
medium	77 FPS	64 FPS
high	52 FPS	44 FPS
ultra	36 FPS	30 FPS
1440p
low	76 FPS	58 FPS
medium	46 FPS	38 FPS
high	33 FPS	29 FPS
ultra	24 FPS	21 FPS
4K
low	35 FPS	30 FPS
medium	23 FPS	21 FPS
high	18 FPS	17 FPS
ultra	13 FPS	11 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
1080p
low	270 FPS	245 FPS
medium	216 FPS	196 FPS
high	180 FPS	163 FPS
ultra	135 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	202 FPS	184 FPS
medium	162 FPS	147 FPS
high	135 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	101 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	135 FPS	123 FPS
medium	108 FPS	98 FPS
high	90 FPS	77 FPS
ultra	68 FPS	53 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
1080p
low	157 FPS	154 FPS
medium	129 FPS	120 FPS
high	114 FPS	103 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	81 FPS
1440p
low	115 FPS	109 FPS
medium	96 FPS	87 FPS
high	84 FPS	74 FPS
ultra	65 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	66 FPS	65 FPS
medium	54 FPS	52 FPS
high	44 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	33 FPS	30 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS and Radeon 760M

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,000 points.

Radeon 760M

The Radeon 760M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2024. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 800 MHz to 2599 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 8 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,449 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS scores 6,000 versus the Radeon 760M's 5,449 — the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS leads by 10.1%. Shader units: 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) vs 512 (Radeon 760M). Boost clocks: 1250 MHz vs 2599 MHz.

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
G3D Mark Score	6,000+10%	5,449
Process Node	4 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	1536+200%	512
Boost Clock	1250 MHz	2599 MHz+108%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon 760M has 4 GB. The Radeon 760M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS	Radeon 760M
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	135 GB/s	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Power & Dimensions

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS draws 30W versus the Radeon 760M's 15W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon 760M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) vs 350W (Radeon 760M). Power connectors: Integrated vs None.