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 R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 14 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,000 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

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100%

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94%

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94%

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94%

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94%

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92%

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91%

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91%

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90%

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89%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) scores 1,000 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: Kaveri Spectre), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,000
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN (2012−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Kaveri Spectre
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	720 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#865

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) 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 R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
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 R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) 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_0— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12_0
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2

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Display & Media

Display outputs: VGAx 0, DVIx 1, HDMIx 2 — supports up to 3 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 R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	VGAx
1 PortsNumber of 1 display connectors	DVIx
2 PortsNumber of 2 display connectors	HDMIx
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	VCE 2.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 4.2

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) draws 30W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Physical size: 0mm long, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

Specification	Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
TDPPower consumption under load	30W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	None
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $49, the Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) delivers 20 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #865 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$49
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$49
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#865
Release Date	January 14 2014
Release Year	2014

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	0.5 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Core Clock	720 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	384
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