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Radeon R7 A8-7690K
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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 R7 A8-7690K is positioned at rank 97 and the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is on rank 406, so the Radeon R7 A8-7690K 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 A8-7690K
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R7 A8-7690K lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R7 A8-7690K offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Vega (2017−2020) / 7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R7 A8-7690K offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 22.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+22.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 R7 A8-7690K and Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
Radeon R7 A8-7690K
The Radeon R7 A8-7690K 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: 1,141 points. Launch price was $149.
Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,166 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R7 A8-7690K scores 1,141 and the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C reaches 1,166 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R7 A8-7690K is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C uses Vega, both on 28 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon R7 A8-7690K) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C). Boost clocks: 975 MHz vs 2100 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,141 | 1,166+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Vega |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+100% | 512 |
| Boost Clock | 975 MHz | 2100 MHz+115% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R7 A8-7690K comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C has 0 MB. The Radeon R7 A8-7690K offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R7 A8-7690K draws 100W versus the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C's 15W — a 147.8% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7 A8-7690K) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 15W-85% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 11.4 | 77.7+582% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R7 A8-7690K launched at $80 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C launched at $150 and now averages $50. The Radeon R7 A8-7690K costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.5 (Radeon R7 A8-7690K) vs 23.3 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C) — the Radeon R7 A8-7690K offers 22.3% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Radeon R7 A8-7690K | Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80-47% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-20% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.5+22% | 23.3 |
| Codename | Trinidad | Vega |
| Release | June 18 2015 | January 7 2020 |
| Ranking | #467 | #545 |
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