Radeon 3020e vs Radeon R7 M265DX

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 M265DX

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Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

3241%

#556

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2938%

#557

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2930%

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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2664%

#562

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2646%

#564

Radeon R7 M265DX

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

100%

#565

Radeon R9 M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

99%

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Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

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Radeon HD 8650G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

98%

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Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

98%

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Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

98%

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Radeon R5 M315

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

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Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

MSRP: $599|Avg: $300

97%

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GeForce 9400 GT

MSRP: $59|Avg: $20

97%

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Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

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GeForce 240M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

96%

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Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

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GeForce 310

MSRP: $45|Avg: $5

95%

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Radeon R5 M320

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

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Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 3020e uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 3020e likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R7 M265DX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 3020e is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 M265DX.

Insight	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015))
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

The Radeon R7 M265DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $49 for the Radeon 3020e, it costs 18% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 21% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+21%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅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.

Radeon 3020e Benchmark Check

Radeon R7 M265DX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 3020e and Radeon R7 M265DX

Radeon 3020e

The Radeon 3020e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 505 points.

Radeon R7 M265DX

The Radeon R7 M265DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 499 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon 3020e scores 505 and the Radeon R7 M265DX reaches 499 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 3020e is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon R7 M265DX uses GCN, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 3020e) vs 896 (Radeon R7 M265DX).

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
G3D Mark Score	505+1%	499
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	896+75%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon 3020e) vs 12 (11_1) (Radeon R7 M265DX). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (11_1)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 1.0 (Radeon 3020e) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 M265DX). Decoder: VCN 1.0 vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon 3020e) vs H.264,H.265,MPEG-4,VC-1 (Radeon R7 M265DX).

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
Encoder	VCN 1.0	VCE 2.0
Decoder	VCN 1.0	UVD 4.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,H.265,MPEG-4,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3020e draws 50W versus the Radeon R7 M265DX's 75W — a 40% difference. The Radeon 3020e is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 3020e) vs 350W (Radeon R7 M265DX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	Radeon R7 M265DX
TDP	50W-33%	75W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Mobile
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	10.1+51%	6.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 3020e launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon R7 M265DX launched at $149 and now averages $40. The Radeon R7 M265DX costs 18.4% less ($9 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (Radeon 3020e) vs 12.5 (Radeon R7 M265DX) — the Radeon R7 M265DX offers 21.4% better value. The Radeon 3020e is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).