Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual vs GeForce GT 730M
Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M 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 + 8750M Dual is positioned at rank 402 and the GeForce GT 730M is on rank 203, so the GeForce GT 730M 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 + 8750M Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 730M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 730M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 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 + 8750M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 730M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 730M holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $100), it costs 55% less, resulting in a 125.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+125.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($45) |
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 + 8750M Dual and GeForce GT 730M
Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M 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: 796 points.
GeForce GT 730M
The GeForce GT 730M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 807 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual scores 796 and the GeForce GT 730M reaches 807 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual) vs 384 (GeForce GT 730M).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 796 | 807+1% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 + 8750M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 730M has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 730M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce GT 730M's 50W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GT 730M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce GT 730M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 15.9 | 16.1+1% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 730M costs 55% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.0 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual) vs 17.9 (GeForce GT 730M) — the GeForce GT 730M offers 123.7% better value.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual | GeForce GT 730M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $45-55% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.0 | 17.9+124% |
| Codename | — | GK107 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | January 9 2013 |
| Ranking | #863 | #792 |
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