CPU
GPU
Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual
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GeForce GT 710
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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 7640G + HD 8500M Dual is positioned at rank 520 and the GeForce GT 710 is on rank 87, so the GeForce GT 710 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 7640G + HD 8500M Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 710
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 710 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 710 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 710 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 7640G + HD 8500M Dual and GeForce GT 710
Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M 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: 607 points.
GeForce GT 710
The GeForce GT 710 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 619 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual scores 607 and the GeForce GT 710 reaches 619 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 384 (GeForce GT 710).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 607 | 619+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 710 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 710 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 710). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 | 11.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | 1.1+10% |
| OpenGL | 4.2 | 4.5+7% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD3.2 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GT 710). Decoder: UVD3 vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,Flash (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 710).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD3.2 | NVENC 1.0 |
| Decoder | UVD3 | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,Flash | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce GT 710's 64W — a 24.6% difference. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 300W (GeForce GT 710). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 55°C.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-22% | 64W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 55°C-31% |
| Perf/Watt | 12.1+25% | 9.7 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GT 710 launched at $35 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.1 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 12.4 (GeForce GT 710) — the GeForce GT 710 offers 2.5% better value. The GeForce GT 710 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $35-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.1 | 12.4+2% |
| Codename | — | GK107 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #863 | #777 |
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