Radeon RX Vega 56 vs Radeon Pro Vega 64

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 Pro Vega 64

#18

Radeon Pro V520 MxGPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $340

142%

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RTX A2000 12GB

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

142%

#20

Radeon Pro Vega 56

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

141%

#21

RTX A2000

MSRP: $450|Avg: $320

139%

#23

Intel Arc Pro B60

MSRP: $500|Avg: $450

128%

#24

Radeon PRO W7600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

128%

#25

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $625|Avg: $750

128%

#26

Radeon Pro Vega 48

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

116%

#27

Radeon Pro 5700 XT

MSRP: $500|Avg: $280

116%

#28

Quadro P5200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $240

108%

#29

Radeon PRO W7700

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

107%

#30

Radeon PRO W6600

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

107%

#32

Radeon AI PRO R9700

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450

102%

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Radeon Pro Vega 64

MSRP: $599|Avg: $114

100%

#38

Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

87%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

84%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

84%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

82%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

81%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

79%

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Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX Vega 56 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro Vega 64.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (280mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX Vega 56 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX Vega 56 holds the technical lead. Priced at $75 (vs $114), it costs 34% less, resulting in a 53.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+53.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($114)

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 56 Benchmark Check

Radeon Pro Vega 64 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega 56 and Radeon Pro Vega 64

Radeon RX Vega 56

The Radeon RX Vega 56 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 14 2017. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1156 MHz to 1471 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,026 points. Launch price was $399.

Radeon Pro Vega 64

The Radeon Pro Vega 64 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2017. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1250 MHz to 1350 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,891 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 13,026 and the Radeon Pro Vega 64 reaches 12,891 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega 56 is built on GCN 5.0 while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 uses GCN 5.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 3,584 (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs 4,096 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Raw compute: 10.54 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs 11.06 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Boost clocks: 1471 MHz vs 1350 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
G3D Mark Score	13,026+1%	12,891
Architecture	GCN 5.0	GCN 5.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	3584	4096+14%
Compute (TFLOPS)	10.54 TFLOPS	11.06 TFLOPS+5%
Boost Clock	1471 MHz+9%	1350 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	224	256+14%
L1 Cache	0.88 MB	1 MB+14%
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega 56 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 has 0 MB. The Radeon RX Vega 56 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 2048-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	HBM2	GDDR6
Bus Width	2048-bit+1500%	128-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs 12.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 4.0 (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs VCE 4.0 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Decoder: UVD 7.0 vs UVD 7.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon Pro Vega 64).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
Encoder	VCE 4.0	VCE 4.0
Decoder	UVD 7.0	UVD 7.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega 56 draws 210W versus the Radeon Pro Vega 64's 250W — a 17.4% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 56 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs 1W (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 280mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 56	Radeon Pro Vega 64
TDP	210W-16%	250W
Recommended PSU	650W	1W-100%
Power Connector	2x 8-pin	Integrated
Length	280mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	62.0+20%	51.6

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega 56 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 launched at $599 and now averages $114. The Radeon RX Vega 56 costs 34.2% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 173.7 (Radeon RX Vega 56) vs 113.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64) — the Radeon RX Vega 56 offers 53.6% better value.