Radeon R8 M535DX vs GRID RTX6000-2Q
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 GRID RTX6000-2Q is on rank 414, so the GRID RTX6000-2Q 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 GRID RTX6000-2Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R8 M535DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-2Q.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R8 M535DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R8 M535DX holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $1,500), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 921.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+921.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500) |
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 GRID RTX6000-2Q
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.
GRID RTX6000-2Q
The GRID RTX6000-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 656 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R8 M535DX scores 670 and the GRID RTX6000-2Q reaches 656 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R8 M535DX is built on GCN while the GRID RTX6000-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-2Q).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 670+2% | 656 |
| Architecture | GCN | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 2048+129% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R8 M535DX draws 30W versus the GRID RTX6000-2Q's 225W — a 152.9% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 350W (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-87% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+669% | 2.9 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R8 M535DX launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GRID RTX6000-2Q launched at $6300 and now averages $1500. The Radeon R8 M535DX costs 90% less ($1350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 0.4 (GRID RTX6000-2Q) — the Radeon R8 M535DX offers 1025% better value. The GRID RTX6000-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-98% | $6300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-90% | $1500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.5+1025% | 0.4 |
| Codename | — | GM204 |
| Release | June 4 2014 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #800 | #433 |
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