Radeon RX 460 (móvel)
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Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

AMD

G3D Mark

4,100

MSRP

$99

AVG Price

$45

August 8 2016
55 Watt
GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 RX 460 (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,100 points. Launch price was $86.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is positioned at rank #103 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 RX 460 (móvel)

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98%
#31
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98%
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262%
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238%
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#100
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
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216%
#101
Radeon RX 6300
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214%
#103
Radeon RX 460 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $45
100%
#105
GeForce GTX 680M
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99%
#106
Radeon HD 7470M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12
99%
#110
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
97%
#114
Radeon RX 470 (móvel)
MSRP: $179|Avg: $40
94%
#116
GeForce GTX 880M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
92%
#117
GeForce MX570
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92%
#118
Radeon RX 6500
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon RX 460 (móvel) specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) scores 4,100 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 4.0 (2016−2020) architecture (codename: Baffin), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 896 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 56 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.115 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1180 MHz from a base of 1000 MHz.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score4,100
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 4.0 (2016−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameBaffin
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute896
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling56
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1180 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1000 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance2.115 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second66.08 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x8
Transistor Count3,000 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#499
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering 112 GB/s of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures2 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 VRAM112 GB/s
L1 Cache224 kB
L2 Cache1024 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) 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 (12_0), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
FSR Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12 (12_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.3
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 2.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportCrossFire
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Display & Media

Display outputs: N/A (Mobile)x 0 — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4, decoder: UVD 6.3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectorsN/A (Mobile)x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors4
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 3.4
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 6.3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,H.265
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 460 (móvel) draws 55 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45 at idle, 75 under load.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
TDPPower consumption under load55 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Weight0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $45 (MSRP: $99), the Radeon RX 460 (móvel) delivers 91 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #103 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #499 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon RX 460 (móvel)
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$99
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$45
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#103
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#499
Release DateAugust 8 2016
Release Year2016

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