Radeon R7 A10-7800 vs GeForce GTX 285M SLI

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 R7 A10-7800 is positioned at rank 488 and the GeForce GTX 285M SLI is on rank 409, so the GeForce GTX 285M SLI 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 R7 A10-7800

#477

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2276%

#479

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2063%

#480

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2058%

#484

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1871%

#485

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1858%

#487

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

100%

#488

Radeon R7 A10-7800

MSRP: $155|Avg: $30

100%

#489

Radeon HD 8450G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#490

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#491

Radeon HD 6450A

MSRP: $55|Avg: $15

99%

#492

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#493

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

#494

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

95%

#495

Radeon HD 8180

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

94%

#498

Radeon R8 M535DX

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#499

Radeon R5 230

MSRP: $50|Avg: $25

93%

#500

GeForce 9300 GE

MSRP: $23|Avg: $25

93%

#501

Mobility Radeon HD 5450

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#502

Radeon HD 8650G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 285M SLI

#399

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1479%

#401

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1341%

#402

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1337%

#406

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1216%

#407

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1208%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

99%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

99%

#412

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#413

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

98%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

98%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

96%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

95%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

94%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

94%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

94%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

93%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

93%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 is significantly newer (2024 vs 2009). The Radeon R7 A10-7800 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 285M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 285M SLI.

Insight	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $40 for the GeForce GTX 285M SLI, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 34.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+34.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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 R7 A10-7800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 285M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R7 A10-7800 and GeForce GTX 285M SLI

Radeon R7 A10-7800

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 11 2024. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2335 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 740 points.

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 576 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 734 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 scores 740 and the GeForce GTX 285M SLI reaches 734 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R7 A10-7800 is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce GTX 285M SLI uses G9x, both on 5 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (Radeon R7 A10-7800) vs 256 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI).

Feature	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
G3D Mark Score	740	734
Architecture	RDNA 3.0	G9x
Process Node	5 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	3840+1400%	256

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 draws 180W versus the GeForce GTX 285M SLI's 150W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7 A10-7800) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 285M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon R7 A10-7800	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
TDP	180W	150W-17%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	95°C
Perf/Watt	4.1	4.9+20%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R7 A10-7800 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 24.7 (Radeon R7 A10-7800) vs 18.4 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) — the Radeon R7 A10-7800 offers 34.2% better value. The Radeon R7 A10-7800 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2009).