Radeon RX 560X vs UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)
Radeon RX 560X
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)
Performance Comparison
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🚀 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 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake).
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | Rocket Lake GT1 (14nm) |
| 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 $50 for the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake), it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 26.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+26.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 RX 560X and UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)
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.
UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)
The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in March 30 2021. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX 560X scores 3,340 and the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) reaches 3,311 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,340 | 3,311 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) has 0 MB. The Radeon RX 560X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 560X draws 75W versus the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)'s 15W — a 133.3% difference. The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 560X) vs 1W (UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 15W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 400W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 44.5 | 220.7+396% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 560X launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) launched at $50 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX 560X costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.5 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 66.2 (UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)) — the Radeon RX 560X offers 26.1% better value. The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129 | $50-61% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-20% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.5+26% | 66.2 |
| Codename | Polaris 21 | Rocket Lake GT1 |
| Release | April 11 2018 | March 30 2021 |
| Ranking | #556 | #432 |
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