Radeon RX 460 (móvel) vs Radeon R9 270

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 RX 460 (móvel) is positioned at rank #103 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 RX 460 (móvel)

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#93

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

262%

#95

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

238%

#96

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

237%

#100

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

216%

#101

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

214%

#103

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

100%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

99%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

99%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

97%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

94%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

92%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

92%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

92%

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 270 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 460 (móvel).

Insight	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R9 270 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 270 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $45), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 57.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+57.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45)	✅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.

Radeon RX 460 (móvel) Benchmark Check

Radeon R9 270 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 460 (móvel) and Radeon R9 270

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,100 points. Launch price was $86.

Radeon R9 270

The Radeon R9 270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 13 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,306 points. Launch price was $179.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) scores 4,100 versus the Radeon R9 270's 4,306 — the Radeon R9 270 leads by 5%. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon R9 270 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 1,280 (Radeon R9 270). Raw compute: 2.115 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 2.368 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 270). Boost clocks: 1180 MHz vs 925 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
G3D Mark Score	4,100	4,306+5%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	1280+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.115 TFLOPS	2.368 TFLOPS+12%
Boost Clock	1180 MHz+28%	925 MHz
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	56	80+43%
L1 Cache	224 KB	320 KB+43%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 179.2 GB/s (Radeon R9 270) — a 60% advantage for the Radeon R9 270. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon R9 270) — the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	112 GB/s	179.2 GB/s+60%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) draws 55W versus the Radeon R9 270's 150W — a 92.7% difference. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 500W (Radeon R9 270). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon RX 460 (móvel)	Radeon R9 270
TDP	55W-63%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	74.5+160%	28.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Radeon R9 270 launched at $179 and now averages $30. The Radeon R9 270 costs 33.3% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.1 (Radeon RX 460 (móvel)) vs 143.5 (Radeon R9 270) — the Radeon R9 270 offers 57.5% better value. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).