
Radeon 820M vs Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon 820M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Radeon 820M is positioned at rank #62 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 Radeon 820M
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon 820M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U.
| Insight | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3+ (2024) (4nm) | RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (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
The Radeon 820M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $300 for the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U, it costs 92% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1127.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1127.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 Radeon 820M and Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon 820M
The Radeon 820M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 2 2024. It features the RDNA 3+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,143 points.

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 7 2019. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1845 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,095 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon 820M scores 2,143 and the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U reaches 2,095 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 820M is built on RDNA 3+ while the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U uses RDNA 1.0, both on 4 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 128 (Radeon 820M) vs 1,408 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1845 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,143+2% | 2,095 |
| Architecture | RDNA 3+ | RDNA 1.0 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 128 | 1408+1000% |
| Boost Clock | 2900 MHz+57% | 1845 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon 820M draws 30W versus the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U's 110W — a 114.3% difference. The Radeon 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 820M) vs 350W (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-73% | 110W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 71.4+276% | 19.0 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon 820M costs 91.7% less ($275 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.7 (Radeon 820M) vs 7.0 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) — the Radeon 820M offers 1124.3% better value. The Radeon 820M is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2019).
| Feature | Radeon 820M | Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-92% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.7+1124% | 7.0 |
| Codename | Krackan Point | Navi 14 |
| Release | June 2 2024 | October 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #669 | #297 |
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