Radeon TM R9 A360
VS
Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon TM R9 A360 vs Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

AMD

Radeon TM R9 A360

2015Core: 900 MHzBoost: 925 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

2019Boost: 1845 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon TM R9 A360 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon TM R9 A360.

InsightRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon TM R9 A360 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $300 for the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U, it costs 93% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1374.9% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1374.9%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)

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 TM R9 A360 and Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

AMD

Radeon TM R9 A360

The Radeon TM R9 A360 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 925 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,060 points.

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.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon TM R9 A360 scores 2,060 and the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U reaches 2,095 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon TM R9 A360 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U uses RDNA 1.0, both on 28 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 1,408 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U). Raw compute: 0.9472 TFLOPS (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 5.196 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U). Boost clocks: 925 MHz vs 1845 MHz.

FeatureRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
G3D Mark Score
2,060
2,095+2%
Architecture
GCN 1.0
RDNA 1.0
Process Node
28 nm
7 nm
Shading Units
512
1408+175%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.9472 TFLOPS
5.196 TFLOPS+449%
Boost Clock
925 MHz
1845 MHz+99%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
32
88+175%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon TM R9 A360 draws 30W versus the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U's 110W — a 114.3% difference. The Radeon TM R9 A360 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 350W (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
TDP
30W-73%
110W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
1mm
Slots
0
Perf/Watt
68.7+262%
19.0
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Value Analysis

The Radeon TM R9 A360 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U launched at $300 and now averages $300. The Radeon TM R9 A360 costs 93.3% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 103.0 (Radeon TM R9 A360) vs 7.0 (Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U) — the Radeon TM R9 A360 offers 1371.4% better value. The Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureRadeon TM R9 A360Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
MSRP
$0-100%
$300
Avg Price (30d)
$20-93%
$300
Performance per Dollar
103.0+1371%
7.0
Codename
Tropo
Navi 14
Release
May 5 2015
October 7 2019
Ranking
#711
#297