Radeon Xpress 1270 vs Radeon X1200

CPU

GPU

Radeon Xpress 1270

2013Boost: 925 MHz

Radeon X1200

2019Core: 730 MHzBoost: 1024 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

0.0%

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280

+22.2%

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280

Radeon R9 Fury

Radeon RX 5700

Radeon RX 6700

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1200

#714

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

26480%

#716

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

24005%

#717

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

23941%

#721

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

21771%

#722

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

21622%

#724

Radeon X1200

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#725

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

98%

#726

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

93%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

90%

#728

GeForce 6800 GT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

88%

#729

GeForce 7950 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $80

83%

#730

Mobility Radeon X1450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

80%

#731

MOBILITY RADEON X1800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

80%

#732

MOBILITY RADEON 9550

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

73%

#733

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

73%

#734

GeForce 6200

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

71%

#736

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

54%

#737

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

49%

#738

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

49%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

39%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon X1200 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The Radeon X1200 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon Xpress 1270 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon X1200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 22.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Xpress 1270.

Insight	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-22.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+22.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)
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

The Radeon X1200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $49 for the Radeon Xpress 1270, it costs 69% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 299.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+299.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅More affordable ($15)

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 Xpress 1270 Benchmark Check

Radeon X1200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Xpress 1270 and Radeon X1200

Radeon Xpress 1270

The Radeon Xpress 1270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 13 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 27 points. Launch price was $179.

Radeon X1200

The Radeon X1200 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 33 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon Xpress 1270 scores 27 versus the Radeon X1200's 33 — the Radeon X1200 leads by 22.2%. The Radeon Xpress 1270 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon X1200 uses GCN 3.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon Xpress 1270) vs 384 (Radeon X1200). Raw compute: 2.368 TFLOPS (Radeon Xpress 1270) vs 0.7864 TFLOPS (Radeon X1200). Boost clocks: 925 MHz vs 1024 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
G3D Mark Score	27	33+22%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 3.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280+233%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.368 TFLOPS+201%	0.7864 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	925 MHz	1024 MHz+11%
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	80+233%	24
L1 Cache	320 KB+233%	96 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB+300%	128 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Radeon Xpress 1270) vs 128 KB (Radeon X1200) — the Radeon Xpress 1270 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB+300%	128 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Xpress 1270 draws 150W versus the Radeon X1200's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon X1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Xpress 1270) vs 350W (Radeon X1200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1270	Radeon X1200
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	0.2	0.7+250%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Xpress 1270 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon X1200 launched at $80 and now averages $15. The Radeon X1200 costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.6 (Radeon Xpress 1270) vs 2.2 (Radeon X1200) — the Radeon X1200 offers 266.7% better value. The Radeon X1200 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).