Radeon Vega 8 vs Radeon RX Vega 8

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 is positioned at rank #363 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

#353

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1038%

#355

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

941%

#356

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

938%

#360

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

853%

#361

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

848%

#363

Radeon Vega 8

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#367

GeForce 615

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

97%

#369

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

96%

#370

GeForce GT 730A

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

95%

#372

Radeon R7 M270DX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

92%

#373

Radeon HD 7660G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#374

Radeon HD 6670/7670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

91%

#375

Radeon 620

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

91%

#376

Radeon R5 435

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

91%

#377

Radeon R9 M470X

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

89%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Vega 8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% 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 8.

Insight	Radeon Vega 8	Radeon RX Vega 8
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)
Longevity	GCN 5.1 (2018−2022) (7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon Vega 8 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.

Radeon Vega 8 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX Vega 8 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Vega 8 and Radeon RX Vega 8

Radeon Vega 8

The Radeon Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 13 2021. It features the GCN 5.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1900 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,569 points.

Radeon RX Vega 8

The Radeon RX Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1190 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,540 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon Vega 8 scores 1,569 and the Radeon RX Vega 8 reaches 1,540 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 is built on GCN 5.1 while the Radeon RX Vega 8 uses GCN 5.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 448 (Radeon Vega 8) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Boost clocks: 1900 MHz vs 1190 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Vega 8	Radeon RX Vega 8
G3D Mark Score	1,569+2%	1,540
Architecture	GCN 5.1	GCN 5.0
Process Node	7 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	448	512+14%
Boost Clock	1900 MHz+60%	1190 MHz
ROPs	8	8
TMUs	28	32+14%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Vega 8	Radeon RX Vega 8
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 0 MB of Shared. Bus width: System vs System.

Feature	Radeon Vega 8	Radeon RX Vega 8
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 draws 45W versus the Radeon RX Vega 8's 15W — a 100% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 8). Power connectors: Integrated vs Integrated.

Feature	Radeon Vega 8	Radeon RX Vega 8
TDP	45W	15W-67%
Recommended PSU	1W	1W
Power Connector	Integrated	Integrated
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	34.9	102.7+194%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Vega 8 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 8 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.2 (Radeon Vega 8) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 8) — the Radeon RX Vega 8 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon Vega 8 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).