Radeon HD 7700-serie
VS
Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

Radeon HD 7700-serie vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

AMD

Radeon HD 7700-serie

2012Boost: 925 MHz
VS

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

2018

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

#625
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
5170%
#627
4687%
#628
4674%
#632
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
4250%
#633
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
4221%
#635
Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
MSRP: $899|Avg: $400
100%
#636
GeForce 8400M G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $20
100%
#637
GeForce 8400M GS
MSRP: $50|Avg: $20
99%
#638
Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
99%
#639
GeForce 9100
MSRP: $40|Avg: $5
98%
#640
GeForce 9600M GT
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
97%
#641
GeForce 8300
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#642
Mobility Radeon HD 3430
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
95%
#643
94%
#644
GeForce 9300GE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
93%
#645
GeForce 9500 GS
MSRP: $110|Avg: $10
93%
#646
91%
#647
Mobility Radeon HD 4270
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
90%
#648
GeForce 8500 GT
MSRP: $89|Avg: $15
90%
#649
GeForce 9500 GT
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
90%
#650
Mobility Radeon X1600
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7700-serie lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7700-serie is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU.

InsightRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7700-serie offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $35 versus $400 for the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU, it costs 91% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1050.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1050.7%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($35)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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 7700-serie and Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

AMD

Radeon HD 7700-serie

The Radeon HD 7700-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 9 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,899 points. Launch price was $549.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,886 points.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 7700-serie scores 1,899 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU reaches 1,886 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

FeatureRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
G3D Mark Score
1,899
1,886
Process Node
28 nm
7 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 7700-serie comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU has 0 MB. The Radeon HD 7700-serie offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
135 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 7700-serie draws 250W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU's 7W — a 189.1% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon HD 7700-serie) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated.

FeatureRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
TDP
250W
7W-97%
Recommended PSU
450W
1W-100%
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
Integrated
Perf/Watt
7.6
269.4+3445%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 7700-serie launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU launched at $899 and now averages $400. The Radeon HD 7700-serie costs 91.3% less ($365 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 54.3 (Radeon HD 7700-serie) vs 4.7 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) — the Radeon HD 7700-serie offers 1055.3% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).

FeatureRadeon HD 7700-serieQualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
MSRP
$159-82%
$899
Avg Price (30d)
$35-91%
$400
Performance per Dollar
54.3+1055%
4.7
Codename
Tahiti
Release
January 9 2012
December 6 2018
Ranking
#431
#916