Radeon R9 M395
AMD
G3D Mark
4,934
MSRP
$300
AVG Price
$300
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 R9 M395 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 834 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,934 points.
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Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M395
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Radeon R9 M395 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Cyberpunk 2077
Destiny 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Genshin Impact
Hogwarts Legacy
League of Legends
Overwatch 2
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Radeon R9 M395 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M395 scores 4,934 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, manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1792 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 4,934 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | GCN (2012−2015) |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 28 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 1792 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 834 MHz |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Transistor Count | 5000 Million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #445 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R9 M395 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 256-bit memory bus, delivering 176 GB/s of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 2 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 256-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | 176 GB/s |
Advanced Features & APIs
The Radeon R9 M395 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 (FL12_0), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| FSR Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| AMD Fluid Motion Frames | ❌ Not Supported |
| FidelityFX Super Resolution | ✅ Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 (FL12_0) |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.2 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | OpenCL 2.0 |
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,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4.
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 3 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | UVD |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | VCE |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M395 draws 75W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Mobile. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 75W |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | Mobile |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 0mm |
| Card Height | 0mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 0-slot |
| Weight | 0g |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 45°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 75°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $300, the Radeon R9 M395 delivers 16 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #445 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Radeon R9 M395 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $300 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #445 |
| Release Date | June 9 2015 |
| Release Year | 2015 |
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