Radeon R9 M275 vs Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual
Radeon R9 M275
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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 M275 is positioned at rank 543 and the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual is on rank 407, so the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual 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 M275
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M275.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $300), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 909.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+909.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) | ✅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 R9 M275 and Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual
Radeon R9 M275
The Radeon R9 M275 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 28 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 925 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $799.99.
Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual
The Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,126 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M275 scores 1,115 and the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual reaches 1,126 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon R9 M275) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,115 | 1,126 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 768+20% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 64 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M275 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M275) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 14.9 | 22.5+51% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M275 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual costs 90% less ($270 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 3.7 (Radeon R9 M275) vs 37.5 (Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual offers 913.5% better value. The Radeon R9 M275 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M275 | Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $150-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $30-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 3.7 | 37.5+914% |
| Codename | Venus | — |
| Release | January 28 2014 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #851 | #881 |
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