Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual vs Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670...

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 Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is on rank 495, so the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 8550G + 8690M Dual

#655

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6540%

#657

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5929%

#658

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5913%

#662

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5377%

#663

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5340%

#665

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#666

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#667

Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

99%

#668

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

99%

#669

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#670

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

91%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

91%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

87%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

87%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

86%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

86%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

86%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

83%

#680

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual

#485

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2407%

#487

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2182%

#488

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2176%

#492

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1979%

#493

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1966%

#495

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

100%

#497

Radeon HD 8180

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

100%

#498

Radeon R8 M535DX

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#500

Radeon R5 230

MSRP: $50|Avg: $25

98%

#501

GeForce 9300 GE

MSRP: $23|Avg: $25

98%

#502

Mobility Radeon HD 5450

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

97%

#503

Radeon HD 8650G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#504

GeForce 800A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

96%

#505

Mobility Radeon HD 4850

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

96%

#506

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

#507

Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#508

Radeon R7 M460

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

95%

#509

Mobility Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

94%

#510

GeForce 9800 S

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. 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	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $400), it costs 91% less, resulting in a 1065.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1065.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)	✅More affordable ($35)

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.

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual and Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual

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.

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual

The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 677 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual scores 664 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual reaches 677 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual).

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
G3D Mark Score	664	677+2%
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	768+20%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
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	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual draws 50W versus the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual	Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt	13.3	13.5+2%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual launched at $400 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $35. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual costs 91.3% less ($365 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.7 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) vs 19.3 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual offers 1035.3% better value.