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Radeon HD 8350
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GeForce 8500 GT
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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 8350 is positioned at rank 337 and the GeForce 8500 GT is on rank 647, so the Radeon HD 8350 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 8350
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8500 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8500 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% 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 8350.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 8500 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8500 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $39), it costs 62% less, resulting in a 169.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+169.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($39) | ✅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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8350 and GeForce 8500 GT
Radeon HD 8350
The Radeon HD 8350 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: 163 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce 8500 GT
The GeForce 8500 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 169 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8350 scores 163 and the GeForce 8500 GT reaches 169 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 8350 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8500 GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon HD 8350) vs 224 (GeForce 8500 GT).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 163 | 169+4% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+357% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 8350 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8500 GT has 1 GB. The GeForce 8500 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8350 draws 130W versus the GeForce 8500 GT's 150W — a 14.3% difference. The Radeon HD 8350 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8350) vs 350W (GeForce 8500 GT). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-13% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Legacy |
| Length | — | 173mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8350 launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $39, while the GeForce 8500 GT launched at $89 and now averages $15. The GeForce 8500 GT costs 61.5% less ($24 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.2 (Radeon HD 8350) vs 11.3 (GeForce 8500 GT) — the GeForce 8500 GT offers 169% better value. The Radeon HD 8350 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8350 | GeForce 8500 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $89-56% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $39 | $15-62% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.2 | 11.3+169% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | March 5 2012 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #503 | #825 |
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