Radeon R8 M445DX vs Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

#455

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2037%

#457

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1847%

#458

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1842%

#462

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1675%

#463

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1663%

#465

Radeon HD 8550G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#466

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

100%

#467

Radeon R5 M230

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

100%

#468

Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#469

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#470

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

98%

#471

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

98%

#472

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

96%

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Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#474

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

#475

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

95%

#477

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#478

Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire

MSRP: $699|Avg: $150

94%

#479

Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

93%

#480

Radeon HD 8510G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R8 M445DX.

Insight	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)
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	📏 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 $49), it costs 8% less, resulting in a 9.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+9.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅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.

Radeon R8 M445DX Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R8 M445DX and Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

Radeon R8 M445DX

The Radeon R8 M445DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 780 MHz to 920 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 797 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R8 M445DX scores 797 and the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual reaches 800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 320 (Radeon R8 M445DX) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual).

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
G3D Mark Score	797	800
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	320	768+140%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

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

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R8 M445DX) vs 11_2 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
DirectX	12_0+9%	11_2
Max Displays	0	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R8 M445DX) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs UVD 3.

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Encoder	VCE 2.0	UVD 3
Decoder	UVD 4.2	UVD 3
Codecs	—	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R8 M445DX draws 15W versus the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual's 50W — a 107.7% difference. The Radeon R8 M445DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R8 M445DX) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	Radeon R8 M445DX	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
TDP	15W-70%	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	1mm	1mm
Slots	0	0
Perf/Watt	53.1+232%	16.0

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R8 M445DX launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $45. The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual costs 8.2% less ($4 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.3 (Radeon R8 M445DX) vs 17.8 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual offers 9.2% better value. The Radeon R8 M445DX is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).