Radeon R9 M265X vs Iris Pro Graphics 5200
Radeon R9 M265X
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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 R9 M265X is positioned at rank 448 and the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is on rank 403, so the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M265X
Performance Per Dollar Iris Pro Graphics 5200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M265X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Generation 7.5 (2013)) |
| 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 M265X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 M265X holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 32.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+32.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 M265X and Iris Pro Graphics 5200
Radeon R9 M265X
The Radeon R9 M265X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 21 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 575 MHz to 625 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,167 points.
Iris Pro Graphics 5200
The Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 27 2013. It features the Generation 7.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 200 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 22 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,172 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M265X scores 1,167 and the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 reaches 1,172 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M265X is built on GCN 1.0 while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 uses Generation 7.5, both on 28 nm vs 22 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon R9 M265X) vs 320 (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Raw compute: 0.8 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M265X) vs 0.768 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Boost clocks: 625 MHz vs 1200 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,167 | 1,172 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Generation 7.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 22 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+100% | 320 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8 TFLOPS+4% | 0.768 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 625 MHz | 1200 MHz+92% |
| ROPs | 16+300% | 4 |
| TMUs | 40 | 40 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R9 M265X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 M265X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M265X draws 75W versus the Iris Pro Graphics 5200's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics 5200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M265X) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics 5200). Power connectors: Mobile vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 30W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | Mobile | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 15.6 | 39.1+151% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M265X launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Iris Pro Graphics 5200 launched at $150 and now averages $40. The Radeon R9 M265X costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.9 (Radeon R9 M265X) vs 29.3 (Iris Pro Graphics 5200) — the Radeon R9 M265X offers 32.8% better value. The Radeon R9 M265X is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M265X | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $150-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-25% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.9+33% | 29.3 |
| Codename | Venus | Haswell GT3e |
| Release | March 21 2014 | May 27 2013 |
| Ranking | #839 | #835 |
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