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RADEON E4690
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The RADEON E4690 is positioned at rank 713 and the Radeon R5 M230 is on rank 468, so the Radeon R5 M230 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON E4690
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M230
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 M230 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.9% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON E4690.
| Insight | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 M230 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 M230 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $558), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2242.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2242.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($558) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 E4690 and Radeon R5 M230
RADEON E4690
The RADEON E4690 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 29 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 95W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 405 points.
Radeon R5 M230
The Radeon R5 M230 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 425 points.
Graphics Performance
The RADEON E4690 scores 405 and the Radeon R5 M230 reaches 425 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RADEON E4690 is built on GCN 3.0 while the Radeon R5 M230 uses GCN, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (RADEON E4690) vs 1,024 (Radeon R5 M230).
| Feature | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 405 | 425+5% |
| Architecture | GCN 3.0 | GCN |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+100% | 1024 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The RADEON E4690 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R5 M230 has 4 GB. The Radeon R5 M230 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON E4690 draws 95W versus the Radeon R5 M230's 75W — a 23.5% difference. The Radeon R5 M230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON E4690) vs 350W (Radeon R5 M230). Power connectors: Legacy vs Mobile.
| Feature | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 95W | 75W-21% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Mobile |
| Perf/Watt | 4.3 | 5.7+33% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON E4690 launched at $558 MSRP and currently averages $558, while the Radeon R5 M230 launched at $80 and now averages $25. The Radeon R5 M230 costs 95.5% less ($533 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.7 (RADEON E4690) vs 17.0 (Radeon R5 M230) — the Radeon R5 M230 offers 2328.6% better value.
| Feature | RADEON E4690 | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $558 | $80-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $558 | $25-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.7 | 17.0+2329% |
| Codename | Amethyst | Pitcairn |
| Release | September 29 2015 | June 9 2015 |
| Ranking | #420 | #522 |
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