Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire vs GeForce GTX 770

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 M290X Crossfire is positioned at rank #408 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 M290X Crossfire

#398

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1448%

#400

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1312%

#401

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1309%

#405

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1190%

#406

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1182%

#408

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

100%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

98%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

97%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

96%

#412

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#413

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

96%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

94%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

93%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

92%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

92%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

92%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

91%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

91%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 770.

Insight	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 770 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 770 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $200), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 396.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+396.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)	✅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.

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 770 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire and GeForce GTX 770

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 1 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock ranges from 850 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,000 points.

GeForce GTX 770

The GeForce GTX 770 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,961 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire scores 6,000 and the GeForce GTX 770 reaches 5,961 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is built on GCN while the GeForce GTX 770 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,560 (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 770). Boost clocks: 900 MHz vs 1085 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
G3D Mark Score	6,000	5,961
Architecture	GCN	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2560+67%	1536
Boost Clock	900 MHz	1085 MHz+21%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 307.2 GB/s (Dual) (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce GTX 770) — a 37.1% advantage for the Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire. Bus width: 512-bit (Dual) vs 256-bit.

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	307.2 GB/s (Dual)+37%	224 GB/s
Bus Width	512-bit (Dual)+100%	256-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs 12.0 (GeForce GTX 770). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
DirectX	12	12.0
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX 770). Decoder: UVD 3.1 vs PureVideo VP5.

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC 1st gen
Decoder	UVD 3.1	PureVideo VP5
Codecs	—	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire draws 200W versus the GeForce GTX 770's 230W — a 14% difference. The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 770). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire	GeForce GTX 770
TDP	200W-13%	230W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	Mobile	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	1mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	30.0+16%	25.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce GTX 770 launched at $399 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTX 770 costs 80% less ($160 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.0 (Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire) vs 149.0 (GeForce GTX 770) — the GeForce GTX 770 offers 396.7% better value. The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).