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Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
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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 Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is positioned at rank #254 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 Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 450 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% 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 Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / 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 R7 450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 450 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $60), it costs 42% less, resulting in a 72.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+72.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 3200GE and Radeon R7 450
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE 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: 1,872 points.
Radeon R7 450
The Radeon R7 450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 6 2016. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,887 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE scores 1,872 and the Radeon R7 450 reaches 1,887 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is built on Vega while the Radeon R7 450 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 512 (Radeon R7 450). Raw compute: 1.843 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 0.8192 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 450).
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,872 | 1,887 |
| Architecture | Vega | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.843 TFLOPS+125% | 0.8192 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R7 450 has 2 GB. The Radeon R7 450 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE draws 15W versus the Radeon R7 450's 55W — a 114.3% difference. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 250W (Radeon R7 450). Power connectors: Integrated vs None.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-73% | 55W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 250W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | None |
| Perf/Watt | 124.8+264% | 34.3 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Radeon R7 450 launched at $219 and now averages $35. The Radeon R7 450 costs 41.7% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 31.2 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 53.9 (Radeon R7 450) — the Radeon R7 450 offers 72.8% better value. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-55% | $219 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $35-42% |
| Performance per Dollar | 31.2 | 53.9+73% |
| Codename | Vega Raven Ridge | Cape Verde |
| Release | October 26 2017 | July 6 2016 |
| Ranking | #721 | #667 |
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