Radeon R9 370 vs Arc Graphics 130V
Radeon R9 370
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Arc Graphics 130V
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 130V
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 130V is significantly newer (2024 vs 2015). The Arc Graphics 130V likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 370 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 370 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc Graphics 130V.
| Insight | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | Xe² (2024) (3nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R9 370 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $55 versus $250 for the Arc Graphics 130V, it costs 78% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 375.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+375.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($55) | ⚠️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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 370 and Arc Graphics 130V
Radeon R9 370
The Radeon R9 370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 975 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,722 points.
Arc Graphics 130V
The Arc Graphics 130V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 24 2024. It features the Xe² architecture. The boost clock speed is 1850 MHz. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,510 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 370 scores 4,722 and the Arc Graphics 130V reaches 4,510 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 370 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Arc Graphics 130V uses Xe², both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon R9 370) vs 7 (Arc Graphics 130V). Boost clocks: 975 MHz vs 1850 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,722+5% | 4,510 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Xe² |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 3 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+18186% | 7 |
| Boost Clock | 975 MHz | 1850 MHz+90% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R9 370 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 130V has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 370 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 179 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Radeon R9 370) vs 12.2 (Arc Graphics 130V). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_1) | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon R9 370) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 130V). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,MPEG-4,VC-1,MVC (Radeon R9 370) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 130V).
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,MPEG-4,VC-1,MVC | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 370 draws 110W versus the Arc Graphics 130V's 15W — a 152% difference. The Arc Graphics 130V is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon R9 370) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 130V). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 221mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 110W | 15W-86% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 350W-22% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 221mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 42.9 | 300.7+601% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 370 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $55, while the Arc Graphics 130V launched at $300 and now averages $250. The Radeon R9 370 costs 78% less ($195 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.9 (Radeon R9 370) vs 18.0 (Arc Graphics 130V) — the Radeon R9 370 offers 377.2% better value. The Arc Graphics 130V is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2015).
| Feature | Radeon R9 370 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-50% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-78% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.9+377% | 18.0 |
| Codename | Trinidad | Lunar Lake iGPU |
| Release | May 5 2015 | September 24 2024 |
| Ranking | #456 | #463 |
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