Radeon RX Vega 11 vs Radeon RX 540

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 540

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Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

92%

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Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

504%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

456%

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GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

455%

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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

414%

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Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

411%

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Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

100%

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Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

99%

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Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

98%

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Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

96%

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GeForce MX570 A

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

96%

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GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX Vega 11 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega 11 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon RX 540 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 540 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% 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 Radeon RX Vega 11.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 540 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $50 for the Radeon RX Vega 11, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 27.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+27.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅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.

Radeon RX Vega 11 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 540 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega 11 and Radeon RX 540

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.

Radeon RX 540

The Radeon RX 540 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 11 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1124 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,134 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega 11 scores 2,094 and the Radeon RX 540 reaches 2,134 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is built on GCN 5.0 while the Radeon RX 540 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 704 (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs 512 (Radeon RX 540). Raw compute: 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 540). Boost clocks: 1251 MHz vs 1219 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
G3D Mark Score	2,094	2,134+2%
Architecture	GCN 5.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	704+38%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.761 TFLOPS+41%	1.248 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1251 MHz+3%	1219 MHz
ROPs	8	16+100%
TMUs	44+38%	32

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega 11 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 540 has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 540 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
VRAM Capacity	0 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	80 GB/s
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs 12_0 (Radeon RX 540). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12_0
Max Displays	3	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 540). Decoder: UVD 7.0 vs UVD 6.3.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
Encoder	VCE 3.0	VCE 3.4
Decoder	UVD 7.0	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,H.265	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega 11 draws 35W versus the Radeon RX 540's 50W — a 35.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs 350W (Radeon RX 540). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 11	Radeon RX 540
TDP	35W-30%	50W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	1mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	59.8+40%	42.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega 11 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon RX 540 launched at $99 and now averages $40. The Radeon RX 540 costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.9 (Radeon RX Vega 11) vs 53.4 (Radeon RX 540) — the Radeon RX 540 offers 27.4% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).