Radeon Pro Duo vs Radeon R9 295X2

Radeon Pro Duo

2016Boost: 1000 MHz

Radeon R9 295X2

2014Boost: 1018 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon Pro Duo

350

8,299

0.0%

Radeon R9 Nano

Radeon R9 285 / 380

Radeon RX 6300M

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

8,734

+5.2%

Radeon R9 270X

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

Radeon RX 7800 XT

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 Pro Duo is positioned at rank #200 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 Pro Duo

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

98%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

97%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

96%

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

92%

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

90%

#185

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2667%

#200

Radeon Pro Duo

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799

100%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

99%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#206

FirePro V3900

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

96%

#207

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700B

MSRP: $119|Avg: $89

95%

#208

Tesla K8

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

92%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

92%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

91%

#212

FirePro V4900

MSRP: $200|Avg: $47

91%

#213

GRID K160Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

91%

#215

Quadro

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

90%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 295X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro Duo.

Insight	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (307mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R9 295X2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 295X2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $200 (vs $799), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 320.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+320.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($799)	✅More affordable ($200)

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 Pro Duo Benchmark Check

Radeon R9 295X2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro Duo and Radeon R9 295X2

Radeon Pro Duo

The Radeon Pro Duo is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 4096 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,299 points. Launch price was $1,499.

Radeon R9 295X2

The Radeon R9 295X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 29 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1018 MHz. It has 2816 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 500W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,734 points. Launch price was $1,499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon Pro Duo scores 8,299 versus the Radeon R9 295X2's 8,734 — the Radeon R9 295X2 leads by 5.2%. The Radeon Pro Duo is built on GCN 3.0 while the Radeon R9 295X2 uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 4,096 (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 2,816 (Radeon R9 295X2). Raw compute: 8.192 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 5.733 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon R9 295X2). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1018 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
G3D Mark Score	8,299	8,734+5%
Architecture	GCN 3.0	GCN 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	4096 ×2+45%	2816 ×2
Compute (TFLOPS)	8.192 TFLOPS ×2+43%	5.733 TFLOPS ×2
Boost Clock	1000 MHz	1018 MHz+2%
ROPs	64 ×2	64 ×2
TMUs	256 ×2+45%	176 ×2
L1 Cache	1 MB+45%	0.69 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
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 8 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 512-bit x2. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 1 MB (Radeon R9 295X2) — the Radeon Pro Duo has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	512-bit x2+300%
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.0 (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 12.0 (Radeon R9 295X2). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 6.

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
DirectX	12.0	12.0
Vulkan	1.1	1.1
OpenGL	4.5+5%	4.3
Max Displays	4	6+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon Pro Duo) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R9 295X2). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro Duo) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (Radeon R9 295X2).

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
Encoder	VCE 3.4	VCE 2.0
Decoder	UVD 6.3	UVD 4.2
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro Duo draws 350W versus the Radeon R9 295X2's 500W — a 35.3% difference. The Radeon Pro Duo is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 1000W (Radeon R9 295X2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 307mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 65°C.

Feature	Radeon Pro Duo	Radeon R9 295X2
TDP	350W-30%	500W
Recommended PSU	500W-50%	1000W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 8-pin
Length	240mm	307mm
Height	111mm	114mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	65°C-13%
Perf/Watt	23.7+35%	17.5

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro Duo launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $799, while the Radeon R9 295X2 launched at $1499 and now averages $200. The Radeon R9 295X2 costs 75% less ($599 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.4 (Radeon Pro Duo) vs 43.7 (Radeon R9 295X2) — the Radeon R9 295X2 offers 320.2% better value. The Radeon Pro Duo is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).