Radeon RX 640 vs Radeon RX Vega 11

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 640 is positioned at rank #323 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 640

#313

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

795%

#315

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

720%

#316

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

719%

#320

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

653%

#321

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

649%

#323

Radeon RX 640

MSRP: $159|Avg: $55

100%

#326

Iris Pro Graphics P580

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

99%

#327

Radeon E8870PCIe

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

99%

#330

Arc Graphics 140T

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

94%

#331

Radeon 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

94%

#333

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

93%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

91%

#335

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

91%

#336

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

89%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

89%

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 640 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% 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 Radeon RX Vega 11.

Insight	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
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 Vega 11 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $55 for the Radeon RX 640, it costs 9% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($55)	✅More affordable ($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.

Radeon RX 640 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX Vega 11 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 640 and Radeon RX Vega 11

Radeon RX 640

The Radeon RX 640 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,172 points.

Radeon RX Vega 11

The Radeon RX Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,094 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 640 scores 2,172 and the Radeon RX Vega 11 reaches 2,094 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 640 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 640 (Radeon RX 640) vs 704 (Radeon RX Vega 11). Raw compute: 1.559 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 640) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 11). Boost clocks: 1218 MHz vs 1251 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
G3D Mark Score	2,172+4%	2,094
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN 5.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	640	704+10%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.559 TFLOPS	1.761 TFLOPS+13%
Boost Clock	1218 MHz	1251 MHz+3%
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	40	44+10%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 640 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Radeon RX Vega 11 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 640 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 has 0 MB. The Radeon RX 640 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	0 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_0) (Radeon RX 640) vs 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 11). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
DirectX	12 (FL 12_0)	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 640) vs VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega 11). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 7.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (Radeon RX 640) vs H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX Vega 11).

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
Encoder	VCE 3.4	VCE 3.0
Decoder	UVD 6.3	UVD 7.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	H.264,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 640 draws 50W versus the Radeon RX Vega 11's 35W — a 35.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 640) vs 300W (Radeon RX Vega 11). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

Feature	Radeon RX 640	Radeon RX Vega 11
TDP	50W	35W-30%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	75
Perf/Watt	43.4	59.8+38%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 640 launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $55, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 launched at $149 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX Vega 11 costs 9.1% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.5 (Radeon RX 640) vs 41.9 (Radeon RX Vega 11) — the Radeon RX Vega 11 offers 6.1% better value. The Radeon RX 640 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).