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Radeon RX Vega M GL
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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. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is positioned at rank #208 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega M GL
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega M GL is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Radeon RX Vega M GL likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7800-serie lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7800-serie is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 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.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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
The Radeon HD 7800-serie offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 157.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+157.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 M GL and Radeon HD 7800-serie
Radeon RX Vega M GL
The Radeon RX Vega M GL is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 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: 3,906 points.
Radeon HD 7800-serie
The Radeon HD 7800-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,029 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 3,906 and the Radeon HD 7800-serie reaches 4,029 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon HD 7800-serie uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Raw compute: 2.588 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7800-serie).
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,906 | 4,029+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 1280 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.588 TFLOPS+1% | 2.56 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Radeon RX Vega M GL comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7800-serie has 2 GB. The Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 179.2 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 153.6 GB/s (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — a 16.7% advantage for the Radeon RX Vega M GL. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — the Radeon RX Vega M GL has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX Vega M GL draws 65W versus the Radeon HD 7800-serie's 200W — a 101.9% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Power connectors: Integrated vs 2x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-68% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 500W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 60.1+199% | 20.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX Vega M GL launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon HD 7800-serie launched at $349 and now averages $60. The Radeon HD 7800-serie costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 67.2 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — the Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 158.5% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | Radeon HD 7800-serie |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-57% | $349 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $60-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.0 | 67.2+158% |
| Codename | Polaris 22 | Pitcairn |
| Release | February 1 2018 | March 5 2012 |
| Ranking | #500 | #460 |
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