Radeon R9 280X vs Arc Graphics 130T

CPU

GPU

Radeon R9 280X

2013Boost: 1000 MHz

Arc Graphics 130T

2025

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R9 280X

200

6,100

0.0%

6,208

+1.8%

Arc 8-Core iGPU

Arc Graphics 130V

Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc)

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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.

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 Arc Graphics 130T

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

96%

#229

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

525%

#231

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

476%

#232

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

474%

#236

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

431%

#237

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

428%

#239

Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

100%

#240

GeForce MX570 A

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

98%

#252

GeForce 720A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

93%

#253

GeForce GT 520M

MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A

91%

#254

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Arc Graphics 130T is significantly newer (2025 vs 2013). The Arc Graphics 130T likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 280X lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Arc Graphics 130T is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 280X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	Xe+ (2025) (Standard Node)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R9 280X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $250 for the Arc Graphics 130T, it costs 76% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 309.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+309.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)

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 R9 280X Benchmark Check

Arc Graphics 130T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 280X and Arc Graphics 130T

Radeon R9 280X

The Radeon R9 280X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,100 points. Launch price was $299.

Arc Graphics 130T

The Arc Graphics 130T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the Xe+ architecture. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,208 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 280X scores 6,100 and the Arc Graphics 130T reaches 6,208 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 280X is built on GCN 1.0 while the Arc Graphics 130T uses Xe+. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 7 (Arc Graphics 130T).

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
G3D Mark Score	6,100	6,208+2%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Xe+
Shading Units	2048+29157%	7

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	XeSS
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 280X comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 130T has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 280X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
VRAM Capacity	3 GB	Shared
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	System
Bus Width	384-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Radeon R9 280X) vs 12.2 (Arc Graphics 130T). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
DirectX	12 (11_1)	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R9 280X) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 130T). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Radeon R9 280X) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 130T).

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
Encoder	VCE 2.0	Xe Media Engine
Decoder	UVD 4.2	Xe Media Engine
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 280X draws 200W versus the Arc Graphics 130T's 15W — a 172.1% difference. The Arc Graphics 130T is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon R9 280X) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 130T). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	Arc Graphics 130T
TDP	200W	15W-93%
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	Integrated
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	30.5	413.9+1257%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 280X launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Arc Graphics 130T launched at $300 and now averages $250. The Radeon R9 280X costs 76% less ($190 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 101.7 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 24.8 (Arc Graphics 130T) — the Radeon R9 280X offers 310.1% better value. The Arc Graphics 130T is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2013).