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Radeon HD 2900 XT
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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 HD 2900 XT is positioned at rank 666 and the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual is on rank 568, so the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 2900 XT
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 2900 XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 2900 XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 2900 XT holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $100), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 403.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+403.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 HD 2900 XT and Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
Radeon HD 2900 XT
The Radeon HD 2900 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2013. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 660 points.
Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 655 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 2900 XT scores 660 and the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual reaches 655 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 480 (Radeon HD 2900 XT) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 660 | 655 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 480 | 640+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HD 2900 XT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual has 512 MB. The Radeon HD 2900 XT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 2900 XT draws 25W versus the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual's 50W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon HD 2900 XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 2900 XT) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-50% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 241mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 26.4+102% | 13.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 2900 XT launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual launched at $200 and now averages $100. The Radeon HD 2900 XT costs 80% less ($80 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.0 (Radeon HD 2900 XT) vs 6.5 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual) — the Radeon HD 2900 XT offers 407.7% better value.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2900 XT | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $200-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-80% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.0+408% | 6.5 |
| Codename | Thames | — |
| Release | January 7 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #883 | #863 |
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