Radeon R9 M385X vs Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)

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 M385X is positioned at rank #429 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 M385X

#419

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1633%

#421

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1480%

#422

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1476%

#426

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1342%

#427

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1333%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#431

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

99%

#432

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

99%

#433

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#434

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

97%

#435

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

97%

#437

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#438

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

93%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

91%

#444

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

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 Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M385X lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M385X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R9 M385X	Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	RDNA 2 (2022−2023) (6nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) 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 M385X Benchmark Check

Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

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Counter-Strike 2

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M385X and Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)

Radeon R9 M385X

The Radeon R9 M385X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,994 points.

Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)

The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 26 2022. It features the RDNA 2 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2200 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M385X scores 1,994 and the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) reaches 2,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M385X is built on GCN 2.0 while the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) uses RDNA 2, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R9 M385X) vs 128 (Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)). Boost clocks: 1100 MHz vs 2200 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 M385X	Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)
G3D Mark Score	1,994	2,000
Architecture	GCN 2.0	RDNA 2
Process Node	28 nm	6 nm
Shading Units	896+600%	128
Boost Clock	1100 MHz	2200 MHz+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M385X	Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)
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 M385X comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) has 0 MB. The Radeon R9 M385X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon R9 M385X	Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M385X draws 75W versus the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)'s 15W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M385X) vs 1W (Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)). Power connectors: Mobile vs Integrated.

Feature	Radeon R9 M385X	Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)
TDP	75W	15W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	Mobile	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	26.6	133.3+401%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M385X launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) costs 100+% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.6 (Radeon R9 M385X) vs Infinity (Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)) — the Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000) is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).