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 8280G 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: 270 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon HD 8280G is positioned at rank #463 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 8280G

#453

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2011%

#455

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1823%

#456

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1818%

#460

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1653%

#461

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1642%

#463

Radeon HD 8280G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#464

Radeon R7 M340

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

100%

#465

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

99%

#466

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#467

Radeon HD 8550G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

99%

#468

Radeon R5 M230

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

98%

#469

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#470

Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#471

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

97%

#472

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#473

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

95%

#474

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#475

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

94%

#476

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

94%

#477

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

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

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 8280G specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8280G scores 270 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 8280G
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	270
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 8280G 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 8280G
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 8280G 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.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280G
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 HD 8280G draws 50W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin.

Specification	Radeon HD 8280G
TDPPower consumption under load	50W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50, the Radeon HD 8280G delivers 5 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #463 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 8280G
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$50
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$50
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#463
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#745
Release Date	April 1 2013
Release Year	2013