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Radeon R9 M280X
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Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual
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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 M280X is positioned at rank 285 and the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual is on rank 568, so the Radeon R9 M280X 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 M280X
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M280X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 25.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+25.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($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 M280X and Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual
Radeon R9 M280X
The Radeon R9 M280X 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: 814 points. Launch price was $299.
Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual
The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 819 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M280X scores 814 and the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual reaches 819 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon R9 M280X) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 814 | 819 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+220% | 640 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M 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)
The Radeon R9 M280X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual has 512 MB. The Radeon R9 M280X offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 80 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M280X draws 200W versus the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual's 50W — a 120% difference. The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M280X) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 50W-75% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 4.1 | 16.4+300% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M280X launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual launched at $250 and now averages $40. The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.3 (Radeon R9 M280X) vs 20.5 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual offers 25.8% better value.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M280X | Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8750M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $40-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.3 | 20.5+26% |
| Codename | Tahiti | — |
| Release | October 8 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #404 | #863 |
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