Radeon RX Vega 8
VS
Radeon 630

Radeon RX Vega 8 vs Radeon 630

AMD

Radeon RX Vega 8

2018Core: 720 MHzBoost: 1190 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon 630

2019Core: 1082 MHzBoost: 1218 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. 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 630

#61
GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)
MSRP: $800|Avg: $350
98%
#62
GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350
95%
#282
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
689%
#284
625%
#285
623%
#289
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
567%
#290
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
563%
#292
Radeon 630
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
100%
#293
GeForce MX330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
99%
#297
Radeon RX 780
MSRP: $499|Avg: $721
97%
#300
GeForce 940MX
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
96%
#301
GeForce MX130
MSRP: $120|Avg: $50
95%
#302
Arc Graphics 130V
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
95%
#303
Radeon R5 430
MSRP: $59|Avg: $50
95%
#305
GeForce MX150
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
95%
#307
GeForce MX450
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 630 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 8.

InsightRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Leading raw performance (+2.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon 630 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 Vega 8 and Radeon 630

AMD

Radeon RX Vega 8

The Radeon RX Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1190 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,540 points.

AMD

Radeon 630

The Radeon 630 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 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,575 points.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega 8 scores 1,540 and the Radeon 630 reaches 1,575 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is built on GCN 5.0 while the Radeon 630 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Radeon RX Vega 8) vs 512 (Radeon 630). Boost clocks: 1190 MHz vs 1218 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
G3D Mark Score
1,540
1,575+2%
Architecture
GCN 5.0
GCN 4.0
Process Node
14 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
512
512
Boost Clock
1190 MHz
1218 MHz+2%
ROPs
8
16+100%
TMUs
32
32

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
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 8 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon 630 has 512 MB. The Radeon 630 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
0.5 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
Unknown
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega 8 draws 15W versus the Radeon 630's 50W — a 107.7% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega 8) vs 350W (Radeon 630). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
TDP
15W-70%
50W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
PCIe-powered
Temp (Load)
85°C
Perf/Watt
102.7+226%
31.5
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega 8 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon 630 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX Vega 8 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 8) vs 31.5 (Radeon 630) — the Radeon RX Vega 8 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon 630 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

FeatureRadeon RX Vega 8Radeon 630
MSRP
$0-100%
$100
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$50
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
31.5
Codename
Vega
Polaris 23
Release
February 1 2018
May 13 2019
Ranking
#372
#757