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 M290X Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 1 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock ranges from 850 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,000 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 R9 M290X Crossfire

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108%

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107%

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107%

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MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

105%

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MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

104%

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MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

102%

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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

101%

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101%

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101%

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MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

100%

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Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

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Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

100%

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GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

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99%

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99%

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98%

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97%

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97%

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96%

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96%

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MSRP: $45|Avg: $5

95%

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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

94%

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MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

93%

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GeForce 210

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

92%

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Radeon HD 7850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

92%

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Radeon HD 8180

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

90%

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Mobility Radeon HD 4650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire scores 6,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Budget tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN (2012−2015) architecture (codename: Neptune CF), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2560 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels). Boost clock reaches 900 MHz from a base of 850 MHz.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	6,000
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN (2012−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Neptune CF
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	2560
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	900 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	850 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0
Transistor Count	2x 2800 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#348

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 512-bit (Dual) memory bus, delivering 307.2 GB/s (Dual) of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
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	512-bit (Dual)
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	307.2 GB/s (Dual)

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire 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— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	CrossFire

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD 3.1— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	VCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 3.1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire draws 200 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Mobile. Physical size: 1mm long, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
TDPPower consumption under load	200 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	Mobile
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	1mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $200 (MSRP: $800), the Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire delivers 30 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #348 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$800
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$200
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#348
Release Date	March 1 2014
Release Year	2014

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	4 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Core Clock	850 MHz
Boost Clock	900 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	2560
Upscaling Tech	AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0
Memory Bandwidth	307.2 GB/s (Dual)
Memory Bus Width	512-bit (Dual)
Transistor Count	2x 2800 Million
Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation: No \| AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No \| FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Manufacturing Process	28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	200 Watt