Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G vs Radeon RX Vega 9
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is positioned at rank 277 and the Radeon RX Vega 9 is on rank 279, so the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega 9
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 9.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX Vega 9 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX Vega 9 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $70), it costs 29% less, resulting in a 39.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+39.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70) | ✅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 Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G and Radeon RX Vega 9
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 26 2017. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,672 points.
Radeon RX Vega 9
The Radeon RX Vega 9 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 26 2017. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 1300 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,661 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G scores 1,672 and the Radeon RX Vega 9 reaches 1,661 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G is built on Vega while the Radeon RX Vega 9 uses Vega, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G) vs 576 (Radeon RX Vega 9). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 1300 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,672 | 1,661 |
| Architecture | Vega | Vega |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 576+13% |
| Boost Clock | 1200 MHz | 1300 MHz+8% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | System |
| Bus Width | System | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G draws 15W versus the Radeon RX Vega 9's 15W — a 0% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 9 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 9). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 111.5 | 110.7 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the Radeon RX Vega 9 launched at $99 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX Vega 9 costs 28.6% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.9 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G) vs 33.2 (Radeon RX Vega 9) — the Radeon RX Vega 9 offers 38.9% better value.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G | Radeon RX Vega 9 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $99 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $70 | $50-29% |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.9 | 33.2+39% |
| Codename | Vega Raven Ridge | Vega Raven Ridge |
| Release | October 26 2017 | October 26 2017 |
| Ranking | #721 | #670 |
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