GeForce RTX 4070 vs Radeon R9 M365X
GeForce RTX 4070
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M365X
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 4070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M365X lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1716.4% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M365X.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1716.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1716.4%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $550 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 65.1% better value per dollar than the Radeon R9 M365X.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+65.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 GeForce RTX 4070 and Radeon R9 M365X
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Radeon R9 M365X
The Radeon R9 M365X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 925 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,482 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the Radeon R9 M365X's 1,482 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 1716.4%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Radeon R9 M365X uses GCN 1.0, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 640 (Radeon R9 M365X). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 1.184 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M365X). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 925 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+1716% | 1,482 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+820% | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+2362% | 1.184 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz+168% | 925 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 184+360% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+3525% | 0.16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+14300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Radeon R9 M365X lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon R9 M365X relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M365X has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon R9 M365X) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+200% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+14300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the Radeon R9 M365X's 75W — a 90.9% difference. The Radeon R9 M365X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M365X). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 75W-63% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 304mm | — |
| Height | 137mm | — |
| Slots | 3 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+580% | 19.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the Radeon R9 M365X launched at $250 and now averages $50. The Radeon R9 M365X costs 90.9% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 29.6 (Radeon R9 M365X) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 65.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon R9 M365X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $250-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $50-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9+65% | 29.6 |
| Codename | AD104 | Tropo |
| Release | April 12 2023 | May 5 2015 |
| Ranking | #32 | #769 |
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