CPU
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Radeon R7 A8-7500
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Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 R7 A8-7500 is positioned at rank 154 and the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is on rank 466, so the Radeon R7 A8-7500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 A8-7500
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 A8-7500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $50), it costs 10% less, resulting in a 9.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+9.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R7 A8-7500 and Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Radeon R7 A8-7500
The Radeon R7 A8-7500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 18 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 975 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 811 points. Launch price was $149.
Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M 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: 800 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R7 A8-7500 scores 811 and the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual reaches 800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon R7 A8-7500) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 811+1% | 800 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+33% | 768 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R7 A8-7500 draws 100W versus the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual's 50W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7 A8-7500) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 50W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 8.1 | 16.0+98% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R7 A8-7500 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $45. The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual costs 10% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.2 (Radeon R7 A8-7500) vs 17.8 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual offers 9.9% better value. The Radeon R7 A8-7500 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7500 | Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $45-10% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.2 | 17.8+10% |
| Codename | Trinidad | — |
| Release | June 18 2015 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #467 | #881 |
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