Radeon R9 M265X
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Radeon R9 M265X

AMD

G3D Mark

1,167

MSRP

$200

AVG Price

$30

March 21 2014
GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)

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About G3D Mark

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 R9 M265X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 21 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 575 MHz to 625 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,167 points.

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Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M265X

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R9 M265X across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R9 M265X specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M265X scores 1,167 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: 0.8 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 625 MHz from a base of 575 MHz.

SpecificationRadeon R9 M265X
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score1,167
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameVenus
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute640
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load625 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency575 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.8 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second25.00 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,500 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#839
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 M265X 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.

SpecificationRadeon R9 M265X
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache160 kB
L2 Cache256 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon R9 M265X 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.

SpecificationRadeon R9 M265X
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 R9 M265X draws 75W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Mobile.

SpecificationRadeon R9 M265X
TDPPower consumption under load75W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeMobile
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $200), the Radeon R9 M265X delivers 39 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #839 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon R9 M265X
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$200
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$30
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#839
Release DateMarch 21 2014
Release Year2014

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

21 specs

ROPs16
TMUs40
Vram4 GB
DLSS/FSRFSR upscaling
L1 Cache160 kB
L2 Cache256 kB
Core Clock575 MHz
Boost Clock625 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units640
Upscaling TechAMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x16
Memory BandwidthUnknown
Memory Bus Width128-bit
Transistor Count1,500 million
Frame GenerationFSR Frame Generation: No | AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No | FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Texture Fill Rate25.00
Manufacturing Process28 nm
Floating Point Performance0.8 TFLOPS
Quantidade De Transportadores Compute10

General Information

4 specs

CodenameVenus
ArchitectureGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
Release DateMarch 21 2014
Performance Ranking Position839

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