Radeon R9 M370X vs Seria Radeon HD 7700
Radeon R9 M370X
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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. The Radeon R9 M370X is positioned at rank #471 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M370X
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Seria Radeon HD 7700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M370X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Seria Radeon HD 7700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Seria Radeon HD 7700 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $100), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 240.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+240.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅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 M370X and Seria Radeon HD 7700
Radeon R9 M370X
The Radeon R9 M370X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 19 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,570 points.
Seria Radeon HD 7700
The Seria Radeon HD 7700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 9 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,604 points. Launch price was $549.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M370X scores 1,570 and the Seria Radeon HD 7700 reaches 1,604 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M370X is built on GCN 1.0 while the Seria Radeon HD 7700 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 2,048 (Seria Radeon HD 7700).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,570 | 1,604+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 2048+220% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M370X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Seria Radeon HD 7700 has 512 MB. The Radeon R9 M370X offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M370X draws 75W versus the Seria Radeon HD 7700's 250W — a 107.7% difference. The Radeon R9 M370X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 450W (Seria Radeon HD 7700). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-70% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 20.9+227% | 6.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M370X launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Seria Radeon HD 7700 launched at $159 and now averages $30. The Seria Radeon HD 7700 costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.7 (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 53.5 (Seria Radeon HD 7700) — the Seria Radeon HD 7700 offers 240.8% better value. The Radeon R9 M370X is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | Seria Radeon HD 7700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $159-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $30-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.7 | 53.5+241% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | Tahiti |
| Release | May 19 2015 | January 9 2012 |
| Ranking | #758 | #431 |
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