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 HD 8280E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 775 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 256 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon HD 8280E is positioned at rank #662 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 HD 8280E

#652

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6349%

#654

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5756%

#655

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5740%

#659

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5220%

#660

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5184%

#662

Radeon HD 8280E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $110

100%

#663

Radeon R5 M420

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#664

Mobility Radeon HD 2600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

98%

#665

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

97%

#666

Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

96%

#667

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

96%

#668

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

96%

#669

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

96%

#670

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

88%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

88%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

87%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

85%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

84%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

84%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon HD 8280E across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 8280E specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8280E scores 256 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 1.0 (2012−2020) architecture (codename: Venus), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 640 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 40 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.992 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 775 MHz from a base of 725 MHz.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	256
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Venus
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	640
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	775 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	725 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.992 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	31.00 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	1,500 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#745

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 8280E is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	160 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon HD 8280E 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. Graphics API support: DirectX 11_1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11_1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0, decoder: UVD 4.2— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	VCE 2.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 4.2

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8280E draws 50W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin. Physical size: 1mm long, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
TDPPower consumption under load	50W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	1mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $110 (MSRP: $150), the Radeon HD 8280E delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #662 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #745 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280E
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$150
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$110
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#662
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#745
Release Date	April 1 2013
Release Year	2013