AMD Radeon R9 FURY
AMD graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
AMDAMD Radeon R9 FURY Specifications
Radeon R9 FURY GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The AMD Radeon R9 FURY 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.
R9 FURY Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the Radeon R9 FURY'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 R9 FURY by AMD dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
AMD's Radeon R9 FURY Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Radeon R9 FURY'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 R9 FURY by AMD Cache
On-chip cache hierarchy
On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the R9 FURY, 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.
R9 FURY Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the AMD Radeon R9 FURY 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 3.0 Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The AMD Radeon R9 FURY is built on AMD's GCN 3.0 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 R9 FURY will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
AMD's Radeon R9 FURY Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the AMD Radeon R9 FURY 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 R9 FURY to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
Radeon R9 FURY by AMD Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the AMD Radeon R9 FURY 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 R9 FURY. 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 R9 FURY Product Information
Release and pricing details
The AMD Radeon R9 FURY 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 R9 FURY by AMD represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
Radeon R9 FURY Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About AMD Radeon R9 FURY
The AMD Radeon R9 FURY is built on the Fiji chip, utilizing the GCN 3.0 architecture, and belongs to the Pirate Islands (R9 300) generation. Manufactured on a 28 nm process at TSMC, it contains 8,900 million transistors on a 596 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 14.9M per mm². The card was released on 2015-07-09 and carried a launch MSRP of 549 USD. It holds the 50th percentile among all GPUs, indicating a median performance position. The fact pack provides no benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of zero, and an empty nearestRivals list. Consequently, this analysis relies entirely on theoretical peak rates, memory specifications, API support, and the global percentile to characterize the card's standing. The card measures 195 mm (7.7 inches) in length, 115 mm (4.5 inches) in height, and 39 mm (1.5 inches) in width, with a dual-slot cooler and 2x 8-pin power connectors. It requires a 600 W suggested PSU and has a 275 W TDP.
How It Compares
The nearestRivals array is empty, so no direct competitor scores or deltaPct values are available. This means we cannot compute any percentage deltas against named rivals. The only comparative metric is the 50th percentile across all GPUs, which places the R9 FURY exactly at the median. This is a neutral standing: it outperforms half of all GPUs and underperforms the other half. The predecessor, Volcanic Islands, and successor, Arctic Islands, are listed without performance figures, so a generational delta cannot be established. In the absence of rival data, the card's own specifications provide the only basis for evaluation. Its FP32 throughput of 7.168 TFLOPS and memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s are substantial figures for a 28 nm part. The 4 GB HBM memory on a 4096-bit bus is a distinctive feature, as is the 1:1 FP16/FP32 ratio of 7.168 TFLOPS each. The pixel rate of 64.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 224.0 GTexel/s indicate a balanced fill-rate configuration. The 275 W TDP and 600 W suggested PSU define its power envelope. Without validated benchmark scores, the 50th percentile remains the only positional reference, suggesting a mid-range capability that is neither a top performer nor a budget part. The 8,900 million transistors and 596 mm² die size indicate a large, complex chip, but the 28 nm process limits the achievable density to 14.9M per mm². The memory clock is 500 MHz, with 1000 Mbps effective, which is a low clock but compensated by the 4096-bit bus.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The R9 FURY has no dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores, as both fields are null in the fact pack. This means hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI-based features such as DLSS are not supported. The card does support DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170, allowing it to run modern APIs. However, without RT cores, any ray tracing workload would have to rely on compute shaders or be entirely absent. The memory subsystem is a highlight: 4 GB of HBM on a 4096-bit bus provides 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a high bandwidth figure, but the 4 GB capacity is a limiting factor for high-resolution textures. The FP16 and FP32 throughput are both 7.168 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 ratio, so there is no separate FP16 acceleration. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 1.4a and 3x DisplayPort 1.2, which lack the higher bandwidth of newer standards. The card uses a dual-slot cooler with 2x 8-pin power connectors and a 275 W TDP. The memory clock is 500 MHz, translating to 1000 Mbps effective, which is a modest clock but the 4096-bit bus compensates. The absence of RT and tensor cores means the card is purely a rasterization and compute device. The DirectX 12 (12_0) support indicates feature level 12_0, which is the baseline for DirectX 12. Vulkan 1.2.170 and OpenGL 4.6 provide broad API compatibility.
Who Should Consider It
Given the 50th percentile standing and the 4 GB HBM memory, the R9 FURY is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The 512.0 GB/s bandwidth and 7.168 TFLOPS FP32 performance can handle modern titles at high settings in these resolutions, but the 4 GB capacity may become a bottleneck at 4K or with high-resolution texture packs. The 64 ROPs and 224 TMUs provide adequate fill rates for these resolutions. Users targeting 1080p high or 1440p medium settings would find the card adequate. However, the 275 W TDP requires a 600 W power supply, which is a consideration for system builders. The lack of RT cores and tensor cores means it is not suitable for ray tracing or AI-accelerated workloads. The 1:1 FP16/FP32 ratio offers no advantage for compute tasks that leverage FP16. The 64.00 GPixel/s pixel rate and 224.0 GTexel/s texture rate suggest that at 1080p, the card can sustain high frame rates in many titles. At 1440p, the 4 GB memory may limit texture quality. For 4K, the 4 GB capacity is a clear limitation. The card's dimensions of 195 mm (7.7 inches) in length, 115 mm (4.5 inches) in height, and 39 mm (1.5 inches) in width mean it fits in most mid-tower cases, but the dual-slot design and 2x 8-pin power connectors require adequate clearance and PSU support. The 600 W suggested PSU is a minimum recommendation.
FAQ
Q: What is the memory type and bus width of the R9 FURY?
A: It uses 4 GB of HBM memory on a 4096-bit bus, providing 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth.
Q: Does the R9 FURY have dedicated ray tracing or tensor cores?
A: No. Both rtCores and tensorCores are null in the fact pack, meaning no hardware acceleration for ray tracing or AI features.
Q: What is the FP32 and FP16 performance?
A: Both are 7.168 TFLOPS, indicating a 1:1 FP16/FP32 ratio.
Q: What is the TDP and suggested power supply?
A: The TDP is 275 W, and the suggested PSU is 600 W.
Q: What APIs does it support?
A: It supports DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170.
Q: What is the release date and process node?
A: It was released on 2015-07-09 and is fabricated on a 28 nm process at TSMC.
Benchmark Performance
The fact pack lists no benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of zero, and an empty nearestRivals list. Therefore, no percentage deltas against rivals can be computed. The only quantitative performance indicators are the theoretical peak rates. The FP32 throughput of 7.168 TFLOPS and FP16 throughput of 7.168 TFLOPS (1:1) indicate a compute capability that is balanced across precisions. The pixel rate of 64.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 224.0 GTexel/s yield a texture-to-pixel ratio of 3.5 texels per pixel, which is a typical balance for a GPU of this class. The memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s is high, but the 4 GB capacity limits the working set. The 50th percentile placement suggests that in real-world performance, it would land in the middle of the pack, but without validated scores, this is only a positional inference. The 8,900 million transistors on a 596 mm² die at 28 nm give a transistor density of 14.9M per mm², which is a measure of integration efficiency. The 275 W TDP and 600 W suggested PSU indicate a power draw that is moderate for its performance class. The card's dual-slot design and dimensions of 195 mm (7.7 inches) in length, 115 mm (4.5 inches) in height, and 39 mm (1.5 inches) in width define its physical footprint. The PCIe 3.0 x16 interface is standard. The memory clock of 500 MHz with 1000 Mbps effective is low, but the 4096-bit bus compensates to achieve 512.0 GB/s. The 64 ROPs and 224 TMUs give a pixel rate of 64.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 224.0 GTexel/s, respectively. The 3584 shading units provide the compute throughput of 7.168 TFLOPS. The 1:1 FP16/FP32 ratio means that workloads which could benefit from reduced precision will not see a throughput advantage, a contrast to newer architectures that offer dedicated FP16 or tensor hardware. The absence of tensor cores further limits AI-related workloads. Without benchmark data, these theoretical rates are the only basis for performance analysis, and the 50th percentile remains the sole comparative anchor.
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