Radeon R8 M535DX vs Radeon R5 A6-7480
Radeon R8 M535DX
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Radeon R5 A6-7480 is on rank 86, so the Radeon R5 A6-7480 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 Radeon R5 A6-7480
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 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 M535DX.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 A6-7480 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $150), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 420.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+420.1%) |
| 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 Radeon R5 A6-7480
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.
Radeon R5 A6-7480
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 29 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1120 MHz to 1266 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 697 points. Launch price was $229.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R8 M535DX scores 670 and the Radeon R5 A6-7480 reaches 697 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R8 M535DX is built on GCN while the Radeon R5 A6-7480 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 2,304 (Radeon R5 A6-7480).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 670 | 697+4% |
| Architecture | GCN | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 2304+157% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R8 M535DX draws 30W versus the Radeon R5 A6-7480's 150W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 350W (Radeon R5 A6-7480). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-80% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+385% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R8 M535DX launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon R5 A6-7480 launched at $35 and now averages $30. The Radeon R5 A6-7480 costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) vs 23.2 (Radeon R5 A6-7480) — the Radeon R5 A6-7480 offers 415.6% better value. The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).
| Feature | Radeon R8 M535DX | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $35-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $30-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.5 | 23.2+416% |
| Codename | — | Ellesmere |
| Release | June 4 2014 | June 29 2016 |
| Ranking | #800 | #305 |
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