Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
VS
Radeon RX Vega 11

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U vs Radeon RX Vega 11

AMD

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

2019Boost: 1845 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX Vega 11

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1251 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 Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

#78
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100
301%
#79
Iris Xe Graphics MAX
MSRP: $55|Avg: $40
209%
#80
GeForce RTX 5090
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700
206%
#81
Moore Threads MTT S80
MSRP: $260|Avg: $170
198%
#82
Intel UHD Graphics P750
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
177%
#83
Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
MSRP: $299|Avg: $100
175%
#84
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
141%
#85
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800U
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
135%
#86
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600U
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
131%
#87
Radeon RX 7500
MSRP: $229|Avg: $229
117%
#88
Radeon Ryzen 5 5500H
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
116%
#89
Moore Threads MTT S70
MSRP: $345|Avg: $140
111%
#90
GeForce RTX 5090 D v2
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $4086.44
107%
#91
Radeon Ryzen 5 150
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
106%
#92
Radeon Ryzen 7 4800H
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
103%
#93
Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
100%
#94
Radeon Ryzen 5 5600H
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
97%
#95
Radeon Ryzen 5 5500U
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#96
Radeon Ryzen 3 5300U
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
89%
#97
Radeon Ryzen 7 4800U
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
73%
#98
Radeon Ryzen 7 5700U
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
71%
#99
Radeon Ryzen 7 4700U
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
65%
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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% 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 11.

InsightRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0%)
Longevity
RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX Vega 11 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $300 for the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U, it costs 83% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 499.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+499.7%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U and Radeon RX Vega 11

AMD

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 7 2019. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1845 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,095 points.

AMD

Radeon RX Vega 11

The Radeon RX Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,094 points.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U scores 2,095 and the Radeon RX Vega 11 reaches 2,094 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is built on RDNA 1.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,408 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) vs 704 (Radeon RX Vega 11). Raw compute: 5.196 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 11). Boost clocks: 1845 MHz vs 1251 MHz.

FeatureRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
G3D Mark Score
2,095
2,094
Architecture
RDNA 1.0
GCN 5.0
Process Node
7 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
1408+100%
704
Compute (TFLOPS)
5.196 TFLOPS+195%
1.761 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1845 MHz+47%
1251 MHz
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
88+100%
44

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
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 Ryzen 5 5600U comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 has 0 MB. The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs System.

FeatureRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
0 GB
Memory Type
Shared
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
System
System
Bus Width
System
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U draws 110W versus the Radeon RX Vega 11's 35W — a 103.4% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) vs 300W (Radeon RX Vega 11). Power connectors: None vs None.

FeatureRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
TDP
110W
35W-68%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
None
None
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
75
Perf/Watt
19.0
59.8+215%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 launched at $149 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX Vega 11 costs 83.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.0 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) vs 41.9 (Radeon RX Vega 11) — the Radeon RX Vega 11 offers 498.6% better value. The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

FeatureRadeon Ryzen 5 5600URadeon RX Vega 11
MSRP
$300
$149-50%
Avg Price (30d)
$300
$50-83%
Performance per Dollar
7.0
41.9+499%
Codename
Navi 14
Raven
Release
October 7 2019
May 10 2018
Ranking
#297
#673