Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual vs GeForce GTS 160M
Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
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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 8550G + 8690M Dual is positioned at rank 665 and the GeForce GTS 160M is on rank 275, so the GeForce GTS 160M 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 8550G + 8690M Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 160M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTS 160M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% 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 8550G + 8690M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTS 160M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 160M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $400), it costs 93% less, resulting in a 1263.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1263.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 8550G + 8690M Dual and GeForce GTS 160M
Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M 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: 664 points.
GeForce GTS 160M
The GeForce GTS 160M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 679 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual scores 664 and the GeForce GTS 160M reaches 679 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 384 (GeForce GTS 160M).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 664 | 679+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 8550G + 8690M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTS 160M has 1 GB. The GeForce GTS 160M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce GTS 160M's 45W — a 10.5% difference. The GeForce GTS 160M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 160M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 45W-10% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 13.3 | 15.1+14% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTS 160M costs 92.5% less ($370 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.7 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 22.6 (GeForce GTS 160M) — the GeForce GTS 160M offers 1229.4% better value. The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $400 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | $30-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.7 | 22.6+1229% |
| Codename | — | GK107 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #863 | #828 |
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