Radeon RX Vega 9 vs Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
Radeon RX Vega 9
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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. The Radeon RX Vega 9 is positioned at rank 279 and the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is on rank 277, so the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega 9
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 9.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX Vega 9 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX Vega 9 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $70), it costs 29% less, resulting in a 39.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+39.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70) |
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 9 and Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
Radeon RX Vega 9
The Radeon RX Vega 9 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 26 2017. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 1300 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,661 points.
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 26 2017. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,672 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX Vega 9 scores 1,661 and the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G reaches 1,672 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega 9 is built on Vega while the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G uses Vega, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 576 (Radeon RX Vega 9) vs 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G). Boost clocks: 1300 MHz vs 1200 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,661 | 1,672 |
| Architecture | Vega | Vega |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 576+13% | 512 |
| Boost Clock | 1300 MHz+8% | 1200 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX Vega 9 draws 15W versus the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G's 15W — a 0% difference. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega 9) vs 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 110.7 | 111.5 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX Vega 9 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G launched at $99 and now averages $70. The Radeon RX Vega 9 costs 28.6% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.2 (Radeon RX Vega 9) vs 23.9 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G) — the Radeon RX Vega 9 offers 38.9% better value.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega 9 | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $99 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-29% | $70 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.2+39% | 23.9 |
| Codename | Vega Raven Ridge | Vega Raven Ridge |
| Release | October 26 2017 | October 26 2017 |
| Ranking | #670 | #721 |
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