Radeon HD 8280E
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon HD 8280E vs GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon HD 8280E

2013Core: 725 MHzBoost: 775 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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. The Radeon HD 8280E is positioned at rank #662 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Radeon HD 8280E

#652
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
6349%
#654
5756%
#655
5740%
#659
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
5220%
#660
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
5184%
#662
Radeon HD 8280E
MSRP: $150|Avg: $110
100%
#663
Radeon R5 M420
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
98%
#664
Mobility Radeon HD 2600
MSRP: $100|Avg: $30
98%
#665
Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#666
Radeon HD 2900 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $20
96%
#667
Mobility Radeon 4100
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
96%
#668
Mobility Radeon X2500
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
96%
#669
GeForce 9700M GT
MSRP: $200|Avg: $40
96%
#670
GeForce 9300 SE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
96%
#671
GeForce 9800M GTX
MSRP: $300|Avg: $30
88%
#672
Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $250|Avg: $57
88%
#673
87%
#674
GeForce 505
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
85%
#675
GeForce 9200M GE
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
84%
#676
Mobility Radeon. HD 5470
MSRP: $150|Avg: $25
84%
#677
Radeon HD 2600 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $40
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 8280E lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2973.8% 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 HD 8280E.

InsightRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2973.8%)
Leading raw performance (+2973.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $110 for the Radeon HD 8280E, it costs 32% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 4408.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+4408.3%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($110)
More affordable ($75)

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 8280E and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon HD 8280E

The Radeon HD 8280E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 775 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 256 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon HD 8280E scores 256 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2973.8%. The Radeon HD 8280E is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 0.992 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 775 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
256
7,869+2974%
Architecture
GCN 1.0
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
640
896+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.992 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+201%
Boost Clock
775 MHz
1665 MHz+115%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
40
56+40%
L1 Cache
160 KB
896 KB+460%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
AMD Anti-Lag
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 8280E comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
128 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_1 (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
11_1
12+9%
Max Displays
2
3+50%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon HD 8280E) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs NVDEC 4th gen.

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
VCE 2.0
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
UVD 4.2
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8280E draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8280E is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
50W-33%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
None
Length
1mm
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
5.1
104.9+1957%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8280E launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $110, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 31.8% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.3 (Radeon HD 8280E) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 4460.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).

FeatureRadeon HD 8280EGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$150
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$110
$75-32%
Performance per Dollar
2.3
104.9+4461%
Codename
Venus
TU117
Release
April 1 2013
April 23 2019
Ranking
#745
#323