Budget Gaming With Ryzen 2400G Vega 11 Integrated Graphics

Exploring budget gaming performance on Ryzen 2400G with Vega 11 graphics and high speed DDR4 memory.

Hardware by Naheyan Tahmin on Jan 24, 2026

Ryzen 5 2400G was tested with 2666MHz memory, which was the fastest memory available at the time, at the end of last year. It made sense to look again once faster RAM became available, since integrated GPUs perform better with it.

Now that we have quicker RAM, we test the Ryzen 2400G again to see how much better the Vega 11 integrated graphics are and if gaming is still fun without a separate GPU.

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Ryzen 5 2400G Summary

Ryzen 5 2400G's base clock speed is 3.6GHz, but it can boost up to 3.9GHz when the temperature is right. It was one of the first Ryzen-based APUs on AM4, integrating the CPU and GPU into a single unit for people who wanted playable graphics performance without buying a separate graphics card. The CPU performance is close to that of CPUs like the Ryzen 3 4100. The major focus here is not the raw CPU output but the built-in graphics.

Vega 11 Integrated Graphics and Memory Scaling

Radeon Vega 11 integrated GPU with 704 shading units is the Ryzen 2400 G's standout feature. In principle, the performance is similar to that of a GeForce GT1030, which is impressive for an integrated system. Vega graphics are quite sensitive to memory speed; the system has 32GB of DDR4 memory running at 200MHz.

Test Setup and Performance Goal

The test setup as a whole is simple, with RAM being the most important part. The goal is playable performance, not maximal output. To do this, the graphics settings and frame rates are changed as needed. The main question is whether integrated graphics can make games fun to play.

How well does Fallout 4 Run?

We tested Fallout 4 at 1080p with medium settings and a frame rate limit of 30. Vega 11 worked like an Xbox One, giving you a console-like experience. There were times when the frame rate dropped to the mid-20s during intensive scenes, but the game was still enjoyable overall. Lowering the resolution to 900p can help with consistency; 1080p 30fps worked well.

How well Dying Light Works

Dying Light ran at 900p with the medium preset and a frame rate limit of 30 fps. Performance stayed steady and nearly matched console-level output for most of the session. Even though there were a few small drops, the delivery was steady and played for a long time.

How well does Grand Theft Auto V Work?

We tested Grand Theft Auto V at 1080p on normal settings, aiming for 60 fps. The game didn't always run at 60 fps, but it did run in the mid-40s most of the time. The graphics weren't great, but the gameplay was still smooth enough to be fun. If you like, you can set the graphics settings higher while lowering your expectations to a 30fps cap.

Performance of Counter-Strike 2

We tested Counter-Strike 2 at 1080p with medium settings and a target frame rate of 60fps. Even though it wasn't possible to check the actual frame rate, the gameplay felt smooth and responsive enough for casual play. Using integrated graphics didn't limit performance that much.

How well Metro Last Light Redux Runs

Metro: Last Light Redux ran at 1080p on medium settings, aiming for 30 fps. Vega 11 easily handled this workload, with performance that was almost perfect across the whole level, very close to what a console would do.

How well does Red Dead Redemption Run?

The first Red Dead Redemption was played at 1080p on low settings with FSR enabled, aiming for 60 fps. Most of the time, performance stayed in the high 40s fps range, though it dropped to the low 40s in towns. A limit of 30 fps makes the experience more stable and pleasurable.

How well Red Dead Redemption 2 Works

Red Dead Redemption 2 pushed Vega 11 to the max. At 720p low settings and a 30fps cap, the GPU maintained the intended frame rate, but picture quality was noticeably worse. The game is theoretically playable, but the graphics aren't very clear, so it's better for short sessions than long ones.

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The Performance of Division 2

The Division 2 played in 720p with modest settings and a frame rate limit of 30. The performance remained steady and consistent, showing that the Ryzen 2400G can handle this game well, even though it's an older chip with high CPU requirements.

How well Borderlands 2 Works

Using the high preset, Borderlands 2 ran smoothly at 1080p, often reaching 60 fps. There were times when the frame rate dropped to the low 50s, but for the most part, the action was fluid and fun.

How well Frostpunk Works

Frostpunk relies more on the GPU's performance. At 720p on low settings and with a 30fps cap, Vega 11 barely met the goal. The performance was still borderline, indicating that this title is close to the highest level Vega 11 can achieve.

How well Left 4 Dead 2 Works

Vega 11 didn't have much trouble with Left 4 Dead 2. At 1080p with the highest settings, frame rates often exceeded 100 fps, allowing the game to run without any issues.

How well Payday 2 Works

We tried Payday 2 at 1080p with medium settings and a 60fps limit. Performance remained mostly close to the target. Still, it dropped into the low 50s fps for short periods during hectic scenarios. The gameplay remained the same across all heists.

How Sniper Elite 4 Works

With 75% scaling and a 30 fps cap, Sniper Elite 4 ran at 1080p on low settings. The performance was very similar to that of a console, with only a few instances dropping into the high 20s.

How well Horizon Zero Dawn Works

We tested Horizon Zero Dawn at 720p on low settings with FSR enabled and a 30fps limit. The target frame rate was mostly met, though the experience was marred by frequent stuttering. This title is almost unplayable on Vega 11 because of how good and consistent the graphics are.

Final Thoughts

Ryzen 2400G offers good-enough CPU performance for budget setups, even though it lacks a lot of L3 cache. If you don't have a separate GPU, Vega 11 integrated graphics can help. Integrated graphics hardware is still impressive because older games and many Xbox One-era games run at similar levels of performance. Like mobile gaming systems, newer titles can be played at lower resolutions and frame rates. Ryzen 2400G and Vega 11 are still good choices for low-cost gaming systems as long as you have realistic expectations and use the right settings.

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