Radeon RX 580 (móvel)
VS
Radeon RX 470/570

Radeon RX 580 (móvel) vs Radeon RX 470/570

AMD

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

2017Core: 1000 MHzBoost: 1077 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 470/570

2016Core: 926 MHzBoost: 1206 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. The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) is positioned at rank #145 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 580 (móvel)

#39
Radeon RX 7700S
MSRP: $449|Avg: $350
99%
#135
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
311%
#137
282%
#138
281%
#142
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
256%
#143
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
254%
#145
Radeon RX 580 (móvel)
MSRP: $229|Avg: $65
100%
#147
GeForce GT 630M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
99%
#150
Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
97%
#157
GeForce 830M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
96%
#158
GeForce GT 750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
95%
#159
GeForce GT 425M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25
95%
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 RX 580 (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 470/570 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 470/570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 470/570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $65), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 61.2% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+61.2%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65)
More affordable ($40)

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 580 (móvel) and Radeon RX 470/570

AMD

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1077 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,000 points. Launch price was $301.69.

AMD

Radeon RX 470/570

The Radeon RX 470/570 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 4 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 926 MHz to 1206 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,935 points. Launch price was $179.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) scores 8,000 and the Radeon RX 470/570 reaches 7,935 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 470/570 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 470/570). Raw compute: 4.963 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 4.94 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 470/570). Boost clocks: 1077 MHz vs 1206 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
G3D Mark Score
8,000
7,935
Architecture
GCN 4.0
GCN 4.0
Process Node
14 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2304+13%
2048
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.963 TFLOPS
4.94 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1077 MHz
1206 MHz+12%
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
144+13%
128
L1 Cache
576 KB+13%
512 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
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
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 470/570 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 470/570 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 470/570) — a 14.3% advantage for the Radeon RX 580 (móvel). Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
8 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
256 GB/s+14%
224 GB/s
Bus Width
256-bit
256-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 12.0 (Radeon RX 470/570). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
DirectX
12 (12_0)
12.0
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 470/570). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Radeon RX 470/570).

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
Encoder
VCE 3.4
VCE 3.4
Decoder
UVD 6.3
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,H.265
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) draws 100W versus the Radeon RX 470/570's 120W — a 18.2% difference. The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 450W (Radeon RX 470/570). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 240mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
TDP
100W-17%
120W
Recommended PSU
350W-22%
450W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
0mm
240mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
80
80°C
Perf/Watt
80.0+21%
66.1
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the Radeon RX 470/570 launched at $179 and now averages $40. The Radeon RX 470/570 costs 38.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 123.1 (Radeon RX 580 (móvel)) vs 198.4 (Radeon RX 470/570) — the Radeon RX 470/570 offers 61.2% better value. The Radeon RX 580 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).

FeatureRadeon RX 580 (móvel)Radeon RX 470/570
MSRP
$229
$179-22%
Avg Price (30d)
$65
$40-38%
Performance per Dollar
123.1
198.4+61%
Codename
Polaris 20
Ellesmere
Release
April 18 2017
August 4 2016
Ranking
#338
#315