Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 vs GeForce GTX 660

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 Vega M GL / 870 is positioned at rank #206 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 Vega M GL / 870

#196

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

415%

#198

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

376%

#199

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

375%

#203

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

341%

#204

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

339%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

98%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

93%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

93%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

90%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 660 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 660 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (3 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 M GL / 870.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	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 GeForce GTX 660 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870, it costs 90% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 930.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+930.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($15)

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 M GL / 870 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 and GeForce GTX 660

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2018. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,922 points.

GeForce GTX 660

The GeForce GTX 660 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 6 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,040 points. Launch price was $229.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 scores 3,922 and the GeForce GTX 660 reaches 4,040 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is built on Vega while the GeForce GTX 660 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 960 (GeForce GTX 660). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 1033 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
G3D Mark Score	3,922	4,040+3%
Architecture	Vega	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280+33%	960
Boost Clock	1011 MHz	1033 MHz+2%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 660 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 660 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 179.2 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 144.2 GB/s (GeForce GTX 660) — a 24.3% advantage for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	3 GB
Memory Type	HBM2	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	179.2 GB/s+24%	144.2 GB/s
Bus Width	1024-bit+433%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 660). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Max Displays	6+50%	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 660). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 660).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
Encoder	VCE 3.0	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	UVD 6.3	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 draws 65W versus the GeForce GTX 660's 140W — a 73.2% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 660). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
TDP	65W-54%	140W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	450W
Power Connector	Integrated	1x 6-pin
Length	0mm	241mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	60.3+109%	28.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 660 launched at $229 and now averages $15. The GeForce GTX 660 costs 90% less ($135 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 269.3 (GeForce GTX 660) — the GeForce GTX 660 offers 931.8% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce GTX 660
MSRP	$150-34%	$229
Avg Price (30d)	$150	$15-90%
Performance per Dollar	26.1	269.3+932%
Codename	Vega Kaby Lake-G	GK106
Release	January 7 2018	September 6 2012
Ranking	#427	#490