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Radeon R5 M335
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Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M 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 R5 M335 is positioned at rank 547 and the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual is on rank 459, so the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M335
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 M335 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 M335 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 M335 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $100), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 151.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+151.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 R5 M335 and Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual
Radeon R5 M335
The Radeon R5 M335 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 780 MHz to 1030 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 549 points.
Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual
The Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M 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: 545 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R5 M335 scores 549 and the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual reaches 545 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 320 (Radeon R5 M335) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 549 | 545 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 320 | 768+140% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R5 M335 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual has 512 MB. The Radeon R5 M335 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R5 M335 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 M335) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 7.3 | 10.9+49% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R5 M335 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual launched at $100 and now averages $100. The Radeon R5 M335 costs 60% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.7 (Radeon R5 M335) vs 5.5 (Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual) — the Radeon R5 M335 offers 149.1% better value. The Radeon R5 M335 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M335 | Radeon HD 8450G + 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-60% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.7+149% | 5.5 |
| Codename | Jet | — |
| Release | May 15 2016 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #922 | #881 |
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