Radeon R8 M535DX vs GeForce GTS 160M
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 GTS 160M is on rank 275, so the GeForce GTS 160M 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 GTS 160M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTS 160M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R8 M535DX.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTS 160M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 160M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $150), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 406.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+406.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 GTS 160M
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 GTS 160M
The GeForce GTS 160M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 679 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R8 M535DX scores 670 and the GeForce GTS 160M reaches 679 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R8 M535DX is built on GCN while the GeForce GTS 160M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 384 (GeForce GTS 160M).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 670 | 679+1% |
| Architecture | GCN | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+133% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GTS 160M has 1 GB. The GeForce GTS 160M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R8 M535DX draws 30W versus the GeForce GTS 160M's 45W — a 40% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 160M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-33% | 45W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+48% | 15.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTS 160M costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 22.6 (GeForce GTS 160M) — the GeForce GTS 160M offers 402.2% better value. The Radeon R8 M535DX is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GeForce GTS 160M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $30-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.5 | 22.6+402% |
| Codename | — | GK107 |
| Release | June 4 2014 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #800 | #828 |
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