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 8550G + 8690M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 664 points.

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 Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

#815

GeForce 8300 GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

139%

#816

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

136%

#817

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

134%

#818

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

133%

#819

Radeon X1200

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

133%

#820

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

125%

#821

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

123%

#822

Mobility Radeon HD 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $45

122%

#823

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

120%

#824

Radeon 3000

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

120%

#825

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

116%

#826

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

114%

#827

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

111%

#828

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

108%

#829

Radeon R5 M420

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

101%

#830

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#831

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#832

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

98%

#833

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

73%

#834

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

72%

#835

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

72%

#836

Radeon X1050

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

60%

#837

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

53%

#838

RADEON 9800 SE

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

48%

#839

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

44%

#840

Radeon X1270

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

38%

#841

MOBILITY RADEON 9000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

36%

#842

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

30%

#843

RADEON 9600SE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $65

25%

#844

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

16%

#845

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

16%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual scores 664 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 packs 640 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	664
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	640
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	720 / 825 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#863

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual 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 8550G + 8690M Dual
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

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual 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 8550G + 8690M Dual
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 8550G + 8690M Dual draws 50W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin.

Specification	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
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 $400, the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #863 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$400
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$400
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#863
Release Date	August 1 2013
Release Year	2013

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

12 specs

Vram	0.5 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Core Clock	720 / 825 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	640
Upscaling Tech	AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation: No \| AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No \| FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Manufacturing Process	28 nm