Radeon R9 285 vs Intel Arc A370M

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared R9 285 and Intel Arc A370M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

R9 285 outperforms Intel Arc A370M by ~3% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+3%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

Low confidence
Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Radeon R9 285 (~5%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider R9 285

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Intel Arc A370M

  • More graphics memory
  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
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Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3433
Efficiency
60100
Price / performance
10055
Memory capacity
5660
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 242–247of 321
R9 285not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Intel Arc A370Mnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Intel Arc A370M

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryR9 285Intel Arc A370M
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
34Better
33
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
31Better
30
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
28
28
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
60
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
46Better
44

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationR9 285Intel Arc A370M
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Vulkan
OpenGL
DirectX
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Release date
Architecture
Memory type
Power connector
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Process nodeBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares R9 285 and Intel Arc A370M across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.

R9 285Intel Arc A370M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
175 FPS
166 FPS
1080p Ultra
120 FPS
116 FPS
1440p Ultra
65 FPS
63 FPS
4K Ultra
24 FPS
22 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2R9 285175 FPSIntel Arc A370M166 FPSR9 285120 FPSIntel Arc A370M116 FPSR9 28565 FPSIntel Arc A370M63 FPSR9 28524 FPSIntel Arc A370M22 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077R9 285113 FPSIntel Arc A370M107 FPSR9 28595 FPSIntel Arc A370M92 FPSR9 28547 FPSIntel Arc A370M45 FPSR9 28516 FPSIntel Arc A370M15 FPS
Forza Horizon 5R9 285142 FPSIntel Arc A370M135 FPSR9 28590 FPSIntel Arc A370M87 FPSR9 28558 FPSIntel Arc A370M57 FPSR9 28535 FPSIntel Arc A370M33 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyR9 28592 FPSIntel Arc A370M87 FPSR9 28575 FPSIntel Arc A370M73 FPSR9 28542 FPSIntel Arc A370M41 FPSR9 28516 FPSIntel Arc A370M15 FPS
Average FPSR9 285131 FPSIntel Arc A370M124 FPSR9 28595 FPSIntel Arc A370M92 FPSR9 28553 FPSIntel Arc A370M52 FPSR9 28523 FPSIntel Arc A370M21 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexR9 285Intel Arc A370MDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10034333%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100374213%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10040412%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10056607%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1006010050%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexR9 285Intel Arc A370MDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10044452%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10043442%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10040412%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10046484%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10040412%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
DirectX12.012.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedXeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
ArchitectureGCN 3.0Xe HPG (Alchemist)
Process node28 nm6 nmBetter
Release date20142022
Device classDesktopMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
Transistor count5000 million7200 millionBetter
Die size366 mm²157 mm²Better
Shader units / cores1792Better1024
Base clock918 MHz1550 MHzBetter
Boost clock918 MHz2050 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4.0 x8
Length221 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotIGP
Recommended PSU450 WOEM dependent
Power connector6+6 pinIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
HDMIHDMI 1.4aOEM dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160Depends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsR9 285Intel Arc A370M
VRAM2 GB GDDR54 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS3.294.198Better

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Device AR9 28546
Device BIntel Arc A370M44
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Verified community results
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: R9 285 or Intel Arc A370M?

R9 285 has the higher overall gaming score, while R9 285 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

R9 285 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

R9 285 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

R9 285 offers more overall performance, while R9 285 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

R9 285 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

R9 285 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

R9 285 leads in combined 1440p performance. R9 285 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

R9 285 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Intel Arc A370M is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

Intel Arc A370M is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to R9 285 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.