Radeon R8 M535DX vs GeForce GT 720
Radeon R8 M535DX
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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 R8 M535DX is positioned at rank 498 and the GeForce GT 720 is on rank 102, so the GeForce GT 720 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R8 M535DX
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 720
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R8 M535DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 720 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 720 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 720 holds the technical lead. Priced at $49 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 201.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+201.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($49) |
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 R8 M535DX and GeForce GT 720
Radeon R8 M535DX
The Radeon R8 M535DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 670 points.
GeForce GT 720
The GeForce GT 720 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 659 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R8 M535DX scores 670 and the GeForce GT 720 reaches 659 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R8 M535DX is built on GCN while the GeForce GT 720 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 384 (GeForce GT 720).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 670+2% | 659 |
| Architecture | GCN | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+133% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R8 M535DX comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 720 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 720 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R8 M535DX draws 30W versus the GeForce GT 720's 64W — a 72.3% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 250W (GeForce GT 720). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-53% | 64W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 55°C |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+117% | 10.3 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R8 M535DX launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GT 720 launched at $49 and now averages $49. The GeForce GT 720 costs 67.3% less ($101 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 13.4 (GeForce GT 720) — the GeForce GT 720 offers 197.8% better value.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GT 720 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $49-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $49-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.5 | 13.4+198% |
| Codename | — | GK107 |
| Release | June 4 2014 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #800 | #777 |
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