Radeon R9 M395
VS
Quadro

Radeon R9 M395 vs Quadro

AMD

Radeon R9 M395

2015Core: 834 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro

1999Core: 135 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 M395 is positioned at rank 283 and the Quadro is on rank 215, so the Quadro offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 M395

#61
GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)
MSRP: $800|Avg: $350
94%
#273
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
660%
#275
598%
#276
597%
#280
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
543%
#281
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
539%
#283
Radeon R9 M395
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
100%
#285
GeForce GT 755M SLI
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
100%
#286
GeForce GTX 950A
MSRP: $159|Avg: $30
99%
#288
Radeon 540X
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
98%
#289
GeForce 930MX
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
97%
#291
GeForce MX250
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
96%
#292
Radeon 630
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
96%
#293
GeForce MX330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
95%
#297
Radeon RX 780
MSRP: $499|Avg: $721
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro

#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
98%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
98%
#94
RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799
88%
#200
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2955%
#215
Quadro
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
100%
#216
FirePro W5000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
99%
#219
FirePro W7000 Adapter
MSRP: $899|Avg: $15
98%
#220
Quadro K420
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
97%
#223
FirePro W7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $50
96%
#224
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700
MSRP: $169|Avg: $100
95%
#226
FirePro D500
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
91%
#227
FirePro 3D V4800
MSRP: $189|Avg: $20
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R9 M395 is significantly newer (2015 vs 1999). The Radeon R9 M395 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M395.

InsightRadeon R9 M395Quadro
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN (2012−2015))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (1999 / Celsius (1999−2005))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $300), it costs 83% less, resulting in a 508% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon R9 M395Quadro
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+508%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)
More affordable ($50)

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 M395 and Quadro

AMD

Radeon R9 M395

The Radeon R9 M395 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 834 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,934 points.

NVIDIA

Quadro

The Quadro is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 1999. It features the Celsius architecture. The core clock speed is 135 MHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 220 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M395 scores 4,934 and the Quadro reaches 5,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M395 is built on GCN while the Quadro uses Celsius, both on 28 nm vs 220 nm.

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
G3D Mark Score
4,934
5,000+1%
Architecture
GCN
Celsius
Process Node
28 nm
220 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
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
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
256-bit+300%
64-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
Max Displays
3+200%
1
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD (Radeon R9 M395) vs None (Quadro). Decoder: VCE vs MPEG-2 Acceleration. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (Radeon R9 M395) vs MPEG-2 (Quadro).

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
Encoder
UVD
None
Decoder
VCE
MPEG-2 Acceleration
Codecs
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4
MPEG-2
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M395 draws 75W versus the Quadro's 75W — a 0% difference. The Quadro is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M395) vs 350W (Quadro). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
TDP
75W
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
Mobile
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
65.8
66.7+1%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M395 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Quadro launched at $1000 and now averages $50. The Quadro costs 83.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.4 (Radeon R9 M395) vs 100.0 (Quadro) — the Quadro offers 509.8% better value. The Radeon R9 M395 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 1999).

FeatureRadeon R9 M395Quadro
MSRP
$300-70%
$1000
Avg Price (30d)
$300
$50-83%
Performance per Dollar
16.4
100.0+510%
Codename
NV10
Release
June 9 2015
1999
Ranking
#445
#900