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 R5 M330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 596 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M330

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109%

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108%

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107%

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106%

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Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

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105%

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103%

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102%

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102%

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101%

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101%

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101%

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101%

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GeForce MX550

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100%

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Radeon R5 M330

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100%

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99%

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98%

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98%

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98%

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97%

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96%

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96%

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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

94%

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94%

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93%

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Radeon HD 7850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

92%

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Radeon HD 8180

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91%

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Mobility Radeon HD 4650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

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GeForce GT 750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

89%

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Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R5 M330 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R5 M330 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R5 M330 scores 596 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 (2012−2015) architecture (codename: Pitcairn), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1024 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	Radeon R5 M330
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	596
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN (2012−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Pitcairn
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	1024
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	5000 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#522

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R5 M330 is equipped with 4 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 R5 M330
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	4 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 R5 M330 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 12 (FL11_1), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon R5 M330
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (FL11_1)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.3
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.4

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: UVD, decoder: VCE— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,MPEG-4,MVC.

Specification	Radeon R5 M330
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	UVD
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	VCE
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,HEVC,MPEG-4,MVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R5 M330 draws 75W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Mobile. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 95°C under load.

Specification	Radeon R5 M330
TDPPower consumption under load	75W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	Mobile
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	50°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	95°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $120), the Radeon R5 M330 delivers 30 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #522 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon R5 M330
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$120
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#522
Release Date	June 9 2015
Release Year	2015

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

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Vram	4 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	1024
Upscaling Tech	AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Transistor Count	5000 Million
Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation: No \| AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No \| FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Manufacturing Process	28 nm