Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS vs Radeon RX 570
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
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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 SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is positioned at rank #197 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon RX 570 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 570 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%) |
| Longevity | Legacy (4nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $250 for the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 397.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+397.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS and Radeon RX 570
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1500 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,000 points.
Radeon RX 570
The Radeon RX 570 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1244 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,967 points. Launch price was $169.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS scores 7,000 and the Radeon RX 570 reaches 6,967 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 570). Boost clocks: 1500 MHz vs 1244 MHz.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,000 | 6,967 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 2048+33% |
| Boost Clock | 1500 MHz+21% | 1244 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 570 has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 570 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 135 GB/s (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 570) — a 65.9% advantage for the Radeon RX 570. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 135 GB/s | 224 GB/s+66% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 12 (Radeon RX 570). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: ES 3.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 5.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | ES 3.2 | 4.6+44% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 5+67% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Adreno VPU (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 570). Decoder: Adreno VPU vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs H.265,H.264 (Radeon RX 570).
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Adreno VPU | VCE 3.4 |
| Decoder | Adreno VPU | UVD 6.3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.265,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS draws 40W versus the Radeon RX 570's 120W — a 100% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 450W (Radeon RX 570). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 40W-67% | 120W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 450W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 241mm |
| Height | 0mm | 120mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 175.0+201% | 58.1 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the Radeon RX 570 launched at $169 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX 570 costs 80% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.0 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 139.3 (Radeon RX 570) — the Radeon RX 570 offers 397.5% better value. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | Radeon RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $169-32% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $50-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.0 | 139.3+398% |
| Codename | — | Polaris 20 |
| Release | October 26 2023 | April 18 2017 |
| Ranking | #482 | #356 |
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