Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 vs Radeon HD 7850

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 Radeon HD 7850 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 7850 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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 Radeon HD 7850 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 198.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+198.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($50)

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

Radeon HD 7850 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 and Radeon HD 7850

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.

Radeon HD 7850

The Radeon HD 7850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,897 points. Launch price was $249.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 scores 3,922 and the Radeon HD 7850 reaches 3,897 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is built on Vega while the Radeon HD 7850 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 1,024 (Radeon HD 7850). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
G3D Mark Score	3,922	3,897
Architecture	Vega	GCN 1.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280+25%	1024
Boost Clock	1011 MHz+1%	1000 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
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 M GL / 870 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7850 has 2 GB. The Radeon HD 7850 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 153.6 GB/s (Radeon HD 7850) — a 16.7% advantage for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	HBM2	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	179.2 GB/s+17%	153.6 GB/s
Bus Width	1024-bit+300%	256-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 12 (Radeon HD 7850). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
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 VCE 1.0 (Radeon HD 7850). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 3.1. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs H.264 (Radeon HD 7850).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
Encoder	VCE 3.0	VCE 1.0
Decoder	UVD 6.3	UVD 3.1
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 Radeon HD 7850's 130W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7850). Power connectors: Integrated vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 210mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
TDP	65W-50%	130W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	500W
Power Connector	Integrated	1x 6-pin
Length	0mm	210mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	60.3+101%	30.0

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon HD 7850 launched at $249 and now averages $50. The Radeon HD 7850 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 77.9 (Radeon HD 7850) — the Radeon HD 7850 offers 198.5% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	Radeon HD 7850
MSRP	$150-40%	$249
Avg Price (30d)	$150	$50-67%
Performance per Dollar	26.1	77.9+198%
Codename	Vega Kaby Lake-G	Pitcairn
Release	January 7 2018	March 5 2012
Ranking	#427	#503