Radeon RX 560X vs Maxwell GPU Surface Book
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 560X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 560X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 560X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Maxwell GPU Surface Book.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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
The Radeon RX 560X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $75 for the Maxwell GPU Surface Book, it costs 47% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 89.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+89.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) |
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 RX 560X and Maxwell GPU Surface Book
Radeon RX 560X
The Radeon RX 560X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,340 points.
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX 560X scores 3,340 and the Maxwell GPU Surface Book reaches 3,311 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 560X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Boost clocks: 1275 MHz vs 993 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,340 | 3,311 |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+167% | 384 |
| Boost Clock | 1275 MHz+28% | 993 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon RX 560X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book has 2 GB. The Radeon RX 560X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 560X draws 75W versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 560X) vs 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 30W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 400W | 350W-13% |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 44.5 | 110.4+148% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 560X launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 and now averages $75. The Radeon RX 560X costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.5 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) — the Radeon RX 560X offers 89.3% better value. The Radeon RX 560X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-14% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-47% | $75 |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.5+89% | 44.1 |
| Codename | Polaris 21 | Surface Book |
| Release | April 11 2018 | October 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #556 | #779 |
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