Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U
VS
HD Graphics P530

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U vs HD Graphics P530

AMD

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

2020Boost: 2100 MHz
VS

HD Graphics P530

2015Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1150 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. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U is positioned at rank #387 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

#377
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1249%
#379
1133%
#380
1130%
#384
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1027%
#385
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1020%
#387
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
100%
#388
GeForce GT 755M Mac Edition
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
99%
#389
HD Graphics 520
MSRP: $100|Avg: $35
99%
#390
Radeon HD 8600/8700M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
99%
#391
Radeon R9 M395X
MSRP: $600|Avg: $150
98%
#393
Radeon R9 M485X
MSRP: $450|Avg: $150
97%
#394
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
97%
#395
Radeon HD 6650A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
96%
#396
GeForce 920A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
95%
#397
GeForce 930A
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
95%
#398
Mobility Radeon HD 4650
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
94%
#400
Radeon R9 M290X
MSRP: $400|Avg: $60
93%
#401
Radeon HD 7670
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
92%
#402
Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
92%
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The HD Graphics P530 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The HD Graphics P530 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U.

InsightRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)
Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity
Vega (2017−2020) (7nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the HD Graphics P530 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 5 3450U and HD Graphics P530

AMD

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,304 points.

Intel

HD Graphics P530

The HD Graphics P530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,310 points.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U scores 1,304 and the HD Graphics P530 reaches 1,310 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U is built on Vega while the HD Graphics P530 uses Generation 9.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U) vs 192 (HD Graphics P530). Boost clocks: 2100 MHz vs 1150 MHz.

FeatureRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
G3D Mark Score
1,304
1,310
Architecture
Vega
Generation 9.0
Process Node
7 nm
14 nm+
Shading Units
512+167%
192
Boost Clock
2100 MHz+83%
1150 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
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
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

FeatureRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
Shared
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
System
System
Bus Width
System
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U draws 15W versus the HD Graphics P530's 15W — a 0% difference. The HD Graphics P530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U) vs 1W (HD Graphics P530). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

FeatureRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
TDP
15W
15W
Recommended PSU
1W
1W
Power Connector
Integrated
Integrated
Slots
0
Perf/Watt
86.9
87.3
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the HD Graphics P530 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The HD Graphics P530 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.6 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U) vs Infinity (HD Graphics P530) — the HD Graphics P530 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).

FeatureRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450UHD Graphics P530
MSRP
$150
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$40
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
32.6
Infinity
Codename
Vega
Skylake GT2
Release
January 7 2020
September 1 2015
Ranking
#545
#859