Radeon 3100
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Radeon 3100

AMD

G3D Mark

74

MSRP

$199

AVG Price

$30

May 13 2019
50 Watt
GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)

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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.

Overview

The Radeon 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 74 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon 3100 is positioned at rank #727 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 3100

#717
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
29343%
#719
26600%
#720
26530%
#724
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
24124%
#725
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
23959%
#727
Radeon 3100
MSRP: $199|Avg: $30
100%
#728
GeForce 6800 GT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $40
97%
#729
GeForce 7950 GX2
MSRP: $599|Avg: $80
92%
#730
Mobility Radeon X1450
MSRP: $100|Avg: $10
89%
#731
MOBILITY RADEON X1800
MSRP: $399|Avg: $50
89%
#732
MOBILITY RADEON 9550
MSRP: $100|Avg: $10
81%
#733
MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP
MSRP: $20|Avg: $5
81%
#734
GeForce 6200
MSRP: $129|Avg: $10
78%
#736
GeForce FX 5500
MSRP: $37|Avg: $30
59%
#737
MOBILITY RADEON 9800
MSRP: $229|Avg: $25
54%
#738
RADEON 9500
MSRP: $179|Avg: $30
54%
#739
RADEON X850 XT
MSRP: $499|Avg: $50
43%
#740
RADEON 9800
MSRP: $399|Avg: $399
41%
#742
RADEON 9000
MSRP: $49|Avg: $20
27%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon 3100 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon 3100 scores 74 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) architecture (codename: Polaris 23), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 512 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.247 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1218 MHz from a base of 1082 MHz.

SpecificationRadeon 3100
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score74
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 4.0 (2016−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenamePolaris 23
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute512
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1218 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1082 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.247 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second38.98 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count2,200 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#757
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 3100 is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationRadeon 3100
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache128 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon 3100 supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution.

SpecificationRadeon 3100
FSR Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution✅ Supported
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Display & Media

Display outputs: .

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3100 draws 50 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered.

SpecificationRadeon 3100
TDPPower consumption under load50 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $199), the Radeon 3100 delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #727 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #757 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon 3100
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$199
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$30
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#727
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#757
Release DateMay 13 2019
Release Year2019

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