Radeon R9 M360 vs GeForce RTX 2060

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 M360 is positioned at rank #443 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 M360

#433

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1792%

#435

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1624%

#436

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1620%

#440

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1473%

#441

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1463%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

100%

#444

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

99%

#445

Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

98%

#446

GeForce 7800 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

97%

#447

Radeon HD 8650G + 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#448

Radeon R9 M265X

MSRP: $200|Avg: $30

96%

#449

Mobility Radeon HD 5165

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#450

Radeon R5 M435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#451

Radeon E8860

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

93%

#452

Radeon HD 7650A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

92%

#453

Radeon R7 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

92%

#454

GeForce 820A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

92%

#455

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

92%

#456

Radeon HD 7850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

91%

#457

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7730M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

91%

#458

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

90%

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 GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M360 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 675.9% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M360.

Insight	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-675.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+675.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $81), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 423.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon R9 M360.

Insight	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+423.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($81)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 M360 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M360 and GeForce RTX 2060

Radeon R9 M360

The Radeon R9 M360 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 925 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,819 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon R9 M360 scores 1,819 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 675.9%. The Radeon R9 M360 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon R9 M360) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.9472 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M360) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 925 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	1,819	14,114+676%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	512	1920+275%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.9472 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+581%
Boost Clock	925 MHz	1680 MHz+82%
ROPs	16	48+200%
TMUs	32	120+275%
L1 Cache	0.13 MB	1.9 MB+1362%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 M360 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Radeon R9 M360) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R9 M360) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12_0	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon R9 M360) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: UVD 3.1 vs NVDEC (Turing).

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	UVD 3.1	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M360 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 72.3% difference. The Radeon R9 M360 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M360) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon R9 M360	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	75W-53%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	Mobile	8-pin
Length	1mm	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	72
Perf/Watt	24.3	88.2+263%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M360 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $81, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The Radeon R9 M360 costs 32.5% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.5 (Radeon R9 M360) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 422.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).