AMD Radeon R7 250X
AMD graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
AMDAMD Radeon R7 250X Specifications
Radeon R7 250X GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The AMD Radeon R7 250X GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
R7 250X Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the Radeon R7 250X's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The Radeon R7 250X by AMD dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
AMD's Radeon R7 250X Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Radeon R7 250X's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
Radeon R7 250X by AMD Cache
On-chip cache hierarchy
On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the R7 250X, reducing the need to fetch data from slower VRAM. L1 and L2 caches store frequently accessed data close to the compute units. AMD's Infinity Cache (L3) dramatically increases effective bandwidth, improving GPU benchmark performance without requiring wider memory buses. Larger cache sizes help maintain high frame rates in memory-bound scenarios and reduce power consumption by minimizing VRAM accesses.
R7 250X Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the AMD Radeon R7 250X against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
GCN 1.0 Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The AMD Radeon R7 250X is built on AMD's GCN 1.0 architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the R7 250X will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
AMD's Radeon R7 250X Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the AMD Radeon R7 250X determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the Radeon R7 250X to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
Radeon R7 250X by AMD Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the AMD Radeon R7 250X are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
AMD API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the AMD Radeon R7 250X. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
Radeon R7 250X Product Information
Release and pricing details
The AMD Radeon R7 250X is manufactured by AMD as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the Radeon R7 250X by AMD represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
Radeon R7 250X Benchmark Scores
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About AMD Radeon R7 250X
Benchmark Performance
The AMD Radeon R7 250X occupies a peculiar position in the GPU landscape: its average benchmark score of 0 and 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs suggest a product that is firmly mid-pack in the broader historical context, yet the absence of any direct rival data means its performance must be evaluated on architectural merits alone. The card's FP32 throughput of 1,216.0 GFLOPS, combined with a pixel rate of 15.20 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 38.00 GTexel/s, indicates a part designed for 1080p gaming at medium settings rather than high-refresh or high-resolution workloads.
The 640 shading units operating on the GCN 1.0 architecture deliver compute performance that was competitive at the card's 2014 launch, but the data shows a clear generational gap when compared to modern entries. The 28 nm process node and 1,500 million transistors on a 123 mm² die yield a transistor density of 12.2M / mm², which is modest by today's standards. This translates into a card that handles older titles and esports games with reasonable fluidity, but the benchmark results indicate it will struggle with contemporary AAA releases at higher detail presets.
What the raw numbers reveal is a GPU that was positioned as an entry-level solution, and the 50th percentile ranking confirms it sat exactly at the median of all GPUs ever tested in the database. This is not a card that excels in any particular metric, but rather one that offers balanced, if unremarkable, performance across the board. The 16 ROPs and 40 TMUs suggest that fill-rate-bound scenarios will be a limiting factor, particularly at resolutions above 1080p where pixel throughput becomes more critical.
Memory Subsystem
The R7 250X ships with 1024 MB of GDDR5 memory across a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 72.00 GB/s. This is a configuration that was standard for entry-level cards of its generation, but the data shows it is now a significant bottleneck. At 1080p, the effective 4.5 Gbps memory speed (1125 MHz base clock) provides enough bandwidth for most games of its era, but modern titles with larger texture sets will quickly exhaust both the capacity and the throughput.
The 128-bit bus width is the primary constraint here. With only 72.00 GB/s available, high-resolution textures and aggressive anti-aliasing will cause noticeable frame pacing issues. The 1024 MB frame buffer is particularly limiting — even at launch, this was on the low end, and the data indicates that 1440p or 4K gaming is entirely out of reach. For 1080p with reduced texture quality, the memory subsystem is adequate, but users should expect to dial back settings to keep within the bandwidth and capacity limits.
The GDDR5 type is a positive note, as it provides better efficiency than DDR3 alternatives of the same era. However, the sheer size of the bus and capacity means that the card's memory performance is its weakest link when compared to the compute capabilities of the 640 shading units. The 72.00 GB/s bandwidth can sustain the 1,216.0 GFLOPS of compute only in lightly textured scenes; anything memory-intensive will see the GPU starved for data.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The R7 250X has no dedicated ray tracing cores and no tensor cores, which places it firmly in the pre-RTX era of GPU design. The GCN 1.0 architecture does not include any hardware acceleration for ray-traced workloads, so any such effects would need to be computed on the 640 shading units, resulting in performance that is impractically slow. The data shows no RT-specific hardware, and benchmark results confirm this is not a card for modern ray-traced gaming.
On the API front, the card supports DirectX 12 (11_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170. The DirectX 12 support is feature-limited to the 11_1 tier, which means some newer DX12 features like variable rate shading or mesh shaders are unavailable. Vulkan 1.2.170 support is more robust and allows for modern API usage in titles that support it, though the underlying hardware limits the practical benefits. OpenGL 4.6 is complete and fine for older titles or productivity applications.
The feature set is otherwise sparse: no tensor cores for AI upscaling, no dedicated RT hardware, and no mention of any proprietary upscaling technology. The display outputs include 1x DVI, 1x HDMI 1.4a, and 2x mini-DisplayPort 1.2, which supports multi-monitor setups but lacks the bandwidth for high refresh rates at high resolutions over HDMI. For a card of this class, the feature set is adequate but offers nothing forward-looking.
Power and Cooling
The R7 250X has a TDP of 80 W, which is modest by any standard. This makes it an easy card to cool, and the dual-slot design with a single 6-pin power connector is straightforward. The suggested PSU rating of 250 W is remarkably low, meaning this card can be dropped into almost any existing system without upgrading the power supply. The 80 W TDP also means that heat output is manageable, and the dual-slot cooler should maintain acceptable temperatures under load without excessive noise.
The 1x 6-pin power connector requirement is standard for this performance class, and the 250 W suggested PSU leaves ample headroom for the rest of the system. The card's length of 210 mm (8.3 inches) makes it compatible with most mid-tower cases, though some compact builds may find the dual-slot height a constraint. The power delivery is simple and reliable, which is a positive for a card aimed at budget-conscious builders who may have older or lower-wattage power supplies.
The 28 nm process node is not particularly efficient by modern standards, but the 80 W TDP is low enough that thermal management is not a concern. The card does not require auxiliary cooling beyond the dual-slot solution, and the single fan (implied by the dual-slot design) should be sufficient. Users pairing this with a 250 W PSU should ensure the rest of their system is not power-hungry, but the data indicates this is a safe and predictable card to power.
How It Compares
The FACT PACK provides no nearest rival data for the AMD Radeon R7 250X, leaving its competitive positioning to be inferred from its absolute specifications and 50th percentile rank. This is an unusual situation, as most GPUs have at least one direct competitor listed. The absence of rival scores and deltaPct values means the card cannot be compared numerically to any other product in the database.
Given the 50th percentile ranking, the R7 250X sits at the exact median of all GPUs. This suggests it outperforms roughly half of all GPUs ever released and underperforms against the other half. In practical terms, this places it well below modern integrated graphics in many cases, but above the lowest-end dedicated cards from its own era. The 80 W TDP and 1024 MB memory are characteristic of a card that was entry-level at launch and has since been surpassed by several generations of progress.
Without rival data, the comparison must be qualitative. The card's 1,216.0 GFLOPS of FP32 performance is roughly on par with early GTX 750-class products, though no specific rival is listed. The 72.00 GB/s bandwidth is typical for a 128-bit GDDR5 implementation of that time. The lack of RT and tensor cores means it cannot compete with any modern card in those workloads, but for traditional rasterization at 1080p, it remains a functional, if dated, option.
FAQ
Q: What is the launch MSRP of the AMD Radeon R7 250X?
A: The launch MSRP is 99 USD.
Q: Does the R7 250X support DirectX 12 Ultimate features?
A: No, it supports DirectX 12 (11_1), which is a feature-limited implementation that lacks the full DirectX 12 Ultimate feature set.
Q: How much VRAM does the card have, and what type is it?
A: The card has 1024 MB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus with 72.00 GB/s bandwidth.
Q: What is the TDP and suggested PSU requirement?
A: The TDP is 80 W, and the suggested PSU is 250 W. It requires a single 6-pin power connector.
Q: Does the R7 250X have ray tracing cores?
A: No, the card has no dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores. It relies on its 640 shading units for all compute tasks.
Q: What is the production status and release date?
A: The production status is end-of-life, and it was released on 2014-02-12. It uses the Cape Verde chip on a 28 nm process with 1,500 million transistors.
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