Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C vs Iris Plus Graphics 645
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C
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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 5 3500C is positioned at rank #312 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 5 3500C
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Plus Graphics 645 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% 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 3500C.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | Vega (2017−2020) (7nm) | Generation 9.5 (2016−2020) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Plus Graphics 645 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 3500C and Iris Plus Graphics 645
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C 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: 1,410 points.
Iris Plus Graphics 645
The Iris Plus Graphics 645 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 7 2019. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,450 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C scores 1,410 and the Iris Plus Graphics 645 reaches 1,450 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C is built on Vega while the Iris Plus Graphics 645 uses Generation 9.5, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 645). Boost clocks: 2100 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,410 | 1,450+3% |
| Architecture | Vega | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm+++ |
| Shading Units | 512+33% | 384 |
| Boost Clock | 2100 MHz+100% | 1050 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5 3500C draws 15W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 645's 15W — a 0% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 645 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 645). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W | 15W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W | 1W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Integrated |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 94.0 | 96.7+3% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Iris Plus Graphics 645 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics 645 costs 100+% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 47.0 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 645) — the Iris Plus Graphics 645 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C | Iris Plus Graphics 645 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.0 | Infinity |
| Codename | Vega | Coffee Lake GT3e |
| Release | January 7 2020 | October 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #545 | #720 |
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