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AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM

AMD graphics card specifications and benchmark scores

2 GB
VRAM
MHz Boost
65W
TDP
128
Bus Width

AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM Specifications

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Radeon R7 450 OEM GPU Core

Shader units and compute resources

The AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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.

Shading Units
512
Shaders
512
TMUs
32
ROPs
16
Compute Units
8
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R7 450 OEM Clock Speeds

GPU and memory frequencies

Clock speeds directly impact the Radeon R7 450 OEM'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 450 OEM by AMD dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.

GPU Clock
925 MHz
Memory Clock
1125 MHz 4.5 Gbps effective
GDDR GDDR 6X 6X

AMD's Radeon R7 450 OEM Memory

VRAM capacity and bandwidth

VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Radeon R7 450 OEM'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.

Memory Size
2 GB
VRAM
2,048 MB
Memory Type
GDDR5
VRAM Type
GDDR5
Memory Bus
128 bit
Bus Width
128-bit
Bandwidth
72.00 GB/s
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Radeon R7 450 OEM by AMD Cache

On-chip cache hierarchy

On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the R7 450 OEM, 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.

L1 Cache
16 KB (per CU)
L2 Cache
256 KB
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R7 450 OEM Theoretical Performance

Compute and fill rates

Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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.

FP32 (Float)
947.2 GFLOPS
FP64 (Double)
59.20 GFLOPS (1:16)
Pixel Rate
14.80 GPixel/s
Texture Rate
29.60 GTexel/s
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GCN 1.0 Architecture & Process

Manufacturing and design details

The AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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 450 OEM will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.

Architecture
GCN 1.0
GPU Name
Cape Verde
Process Node
28 nm
Foundry
TSMC
Transistors
1,500 million
Die Size
123 mm²
Density
12.2M / mm²
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AMD's Radeon R7 450 OEM Power & Thermal

TDP and power requirements

Power specifications for the AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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 450 OEM to maintain boost clocks without throttling.

TDP
65 W
TDP
65W
Power Connectors
None
Suggested PSU
250 W
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Radeon R7 450 OEM by AMD Physical & Connectivity

Dimensions and outputs

Physical dimensions of the AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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.

Slot Width
Single-slot
Bus Interface
PCIe 3.0 x16
Display Outputs
1x DVI1x HDMI 1.4a1x DisplayPort 1.2
Display Outputs
1x DVI1x HDMI 1.4a1x DisplayPort 1.2
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AMD API Support

Graphics and compute APIs

API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM. 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.

DirectX
12 (11_1)
DirectX
12 (11_1)
OpenGL
4.6
OpenGL
4.6
Vulkan
1.2.170
Vulkan
1.2.170
OpenCL
2.1 (1.2)
Shader Model
6.5 (5.1)
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Radeon R7 450 OEM Product Information

Release and pricing details

The AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM 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 450 OEM by AMD represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.

Manufacturer
AMD
Release Date
Jun 2016
Production
End-of-life
Predecessor
Pirate Islands
Successor
Polaris

Radeon R7 450 OEM Benchmark Scores

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No benchmark data available for this GPU.

About AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM

The AMD Radeon R7 450 OEM is a basic entry point for light compute tasks. Based on the older GCN 1.0 architecture, this card's compute performance is modest by today's standards, making it suitable for simple calculations but not heavy parallel processing. For 3D rendering, the 2 GB of GDDR5 memory is a significant limitation, quickly becoming a bottleneck with complex scenes or high-resolution textures. It's really only viable for basic 3D modeling or educational purposes, not professional animation or VFX work. You won't find any professional ISV certifications for this GPU, so it's a no-go for certified applications like SOLIDWORKS or CATIA. Building a workstation around this card means targeting the absolute budget tier for non-critical tasks.

This OEM variant of the R7 450 is best understood as a display adapter with a slight performance boost over integrated graphics. Its low 65W TDP is a plus for small form factor or pre-built office PCs being repurposed as casual workstations. For any serious workstation build requiring reliability for professional software, this graphics card is not a recommended choice due to its lack of driver certification and limited VRAM. It's a piece of tech that had its place in 2016 but is now severely outclassed by modern integrated solutions and entry-level professional cards.

The NVIDIA Equivalent of Radeon R7 450 OEM

Looking for a similar graphics card from NVIDIA? The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 offers comparable performance and features in the NVIDIA lineup.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080

NVIDIA • 8 GB VRAM

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