Radeon HD 3850 vs Radeon HD 7570M
Radeon HD 3850
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Radeon HD 7570M
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon HD 3850 is positioned at rank 308 and the Radeon HD 7570M is on rank 237, so the Radeon HD 7570M 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 3850
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7570M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7570M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 3850.
| Insight | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7570M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7570M holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $179), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1152.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1152.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($179) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 3850 and Radeon HD 7570M
Radeon HD 3850
The Radeon HD 3850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 401 points. Launch price was $249.
Radeon HD 7570M
The Radeon HD 7570M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 421 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon HD 3850 scores 401 versus the Radeon HD 7570M's 421 — the Radeon HD 7570M leads by 5%. The Radeon HD 3850 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon HD 7570M uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon HD 3850) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7570M). Raw compute: 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 3850) vs 2.176 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7570M).
| Feature | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 401 | 421+5% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 1280+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.761 TFLOPS | 2.176 TFLOPS+24% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 | 80+25% |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 320 KB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 1 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 3850 draws 130W versus the Radeon HD 7570M's 100W — a 26.1% difference. The Radeon HD 7570M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon HD 3850) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7570M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 100W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 350W-22% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 208mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 3.1 | 4.2+35% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7570M costs 91.6% less ($164 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.2 (Radeon HD 3850) vs 28.1 (Radeon HD 7570M) — the Radeon HD 7570M offers 1177.3% better value.
| Feature | Radeon HD 3850 | Radeon HD 7570M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $179 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179 | $15-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.2 | 28.1+1177% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | Wimbledon |
| Release | March 5 2012 | April 24 2012 |
| Ranking | #503 | #531 |
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