
Radeon RX 570X vs Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

Radeon RX 570X
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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 Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 570X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 570X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $169 versus $300 for the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3, it costs 44% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 75.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+75.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($169) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 570X and Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

Radeon RX 570X
The Radeon RX 570X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1244 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,923 points.
Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,947 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX 570X scores 1,923 and the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 reaches 1,947 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,923 | 1,947+1% |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 570X comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 has 0 MB. The Radeon RX 570X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 570X draws 120W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3's 7W — a 178% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon RX 570X) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 120W | 7W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 241mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 16.0 | 278.1+1638% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 570X launched at $169 MSRP and currently averages $169, while the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 launched at $599 and now averages $300. The Radeon RX 570X costs 43.7% less ($131 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.4 (Radeon RX 570X) vs 6.5 (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3) — the Radeon RX 570X offers 75.4% better value.
| Feature | Radeon RX 570X | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169-72% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $169-44% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.4+75% | 6.5 |
| Codename | Polaris 20 | — |
| Release | April 11 2018 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #693 | #915 |
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