Radeon R9 M275X / M375 vs Radeon RX Vega 8

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. The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 is positioned at rank #469 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Radeon R9 M275X / M375

#459

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2068%

#461

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1875%

#462

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1870%

#466

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1700%

#467

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1689%

#469

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#470

Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#471

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

100%

#472

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

99%

#473

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

97%

#474

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#475

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#476

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

97%

#477

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#479

Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire

MSRP: $699|Avg: $150

95%

#480

Radeon HD 8510G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

95%

#481

Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

95%

#482

Radeon HD 8650G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

#483

GeForce GTX 760A

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

94%

#484

Radeon R9 M270X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX Vega 8 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega 8 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% 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 Radeon RX Vega 8.

Insight	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon R9 M275X / M375 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 M275X / M375 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX Vega 8 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M275X / M375 and Radeon RX Vega 8

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 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: 1,575 points.

Radeon RX Vega 8

The Radeon RX Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1190 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,540 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 scores 1,575 and the Radeon RX Vega 8 reaches 1,540 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 8 uses GCN 5.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon R9 M275X / M375) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Boost clocks: 925 MHz vs 1190 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
G3D Mark Score	1,575+2%	1,540
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 5.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	640+25%	512
Boost Clock	925 MHz	1190 MHz+29%
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	40+25%	32

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R9 M275X / M375) vs 12 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
DirectX	12_0	12
Max Displays	0	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R9 M275X / M375) vs VCN 1.0 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs VCN 1.0.

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
Encoder	VCE 2.0	VCN 1.0
Decoder	UVD 4.2	VCN 1.0
Codecs	—	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX Vega 8's 15W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M275X / M375) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 8). Power connectors: Mobile vs Integrated.

Feature	Radeon R9 M275X / M375	Radeon RX Vega 8
TDP	75W	15W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	Mobile	Integrated
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	21.0	102.7+389%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M275X / M375 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 8 costs 100+% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.3 (Radeon R9 M275X / M375) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 8) — the Radeon RX Vega 8 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).