AMD RDNA 3.5: Radeon 890M & Radeon 880M Set New Standards for iGPUs

AMD’s latest GPUs, the Radeon 890M and Radeon 880M, based on the RDNA 3.5 graphics architecture, are making waves in the world of integrated graphics. These chips have been thoroughly tested and detailed by hardware insider and tester, Golden Pig Upgrade.

RDNA 3.5: A Leap for iGPUs

The RDNA 3.5 architecture represents a significant improvement over its predecessor, RDNA 3. Although it’s a refresh rather than a complete architectural overhaul like the upcoming RDNA 4 GPUs, RDNA 3.5 demonstrates that AMD can achieve impressive results by fine-tuning existing designs. Let’s dive into the specifics of these new iGPUs.

Radeon 890M and Radeon 880M Specs

• Radeon 890M: Flagship configuration with 16 Compute Units (1024 cores) clocked up to 2900 MHz.
• Radeon 880M: Features 12 Compute Units (768 cores) also clocked at up to 2900 MHz.

Notably, the Radeon 890M boasts 33% more cores than its predecessor, the Radeon 780M, which is a part of the RDNA 3 lineup.

Performance Testing

Golden Pig Upgrade conducted extensive testing, comparing the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 APUs (featuring these iGPUs) against other chips. Here are the highlights:

1. 3DMark Performance: The Radeon 890M and Intel Arc Xe-LPG iGPUs trade blows, while the Radeon 880M outperforms the Radeon 780M.

2. Gaming Performance:

   • In standard AAA titles, the Radeon 890M and 880M outperform the Hawk Point and Meteor Lake chips by 18% and 16%, respectively.
   • In online (eSports) titles, they achieve an impressive 41% and 40% lead over RDNA 3 GPUs.

External GPU Performance

Testing with external discrete GPUs revealed interesting results. The GeForce RTX 4060, used in both PCIe 4.0 x4 and x8 configurations, showed slightly better performance in the x8 setup. For those seeking even higher gaming performance, adding an external graphics card is a viable option.

Looking Ahead

The AMD Radeon 890M (RDNA 3.5) iGPU surpasses the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti (60W), and the Radeon 880M (RDNA 3.5) outpaces an 85W GeForce GTX 1650. As RDNA 3.5 expands to desktop options, we can expect even faster performance.

These APUs support features like FSR Super Resolution, HYPR-Tune, and Anti-Lag+, providing a customized gaming experience.

In summary, AMD’s RDNA 3.5 graphics series elevates iGPU capabilities, while Intel’s upcoming Xe2 architecture promises a 50% performance boost. Exciting times lie ahead for Mini PCs and handheld gaming!