GeForce 7900 GT vs Radeon R2

GeForce 7900 GT

2008Core: 500 MHz

Radeon R2

2019Core: 730 MHzBoost: 1024 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 7900 GT

150

258

+1.6%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Radeon R2

254

0.0%

Radeon R9 M295X Mac Edition

Radeon RX 6550M

Radeon RX 7600M XT

Radeon RX 6700 XT

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 7900 GT is positioned at rank #706 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GT

#696

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

12624%

#698

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11444%

#699

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11414%

#703

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10379%

#704

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

10308%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

100%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

97%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

91%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

90%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

85%

#714

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

85%

#715

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

85%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

79%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

78%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

77%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

76%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

64%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R2 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The Radeon R2 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 7900 GT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 7900 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R2 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $49 versus $60 for the GeForce 7900 GT, it costs 18% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 20.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+20.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($49)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce 7900 GT Benchmark Check

Radeon R2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7900 GT and Radeon R2

GeForce 7900 GT

The GeForce 7900 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 258 points.

Radeon R2

The Radeon R2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 254 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 7900 GT scores 258 and the Radeon R2 reaches 254 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7900 GT is built on G9x while the Radeon R2 uses GCN 3.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 384 (Radeon R2).

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
G3D Mark Score	258+2%	254
Architecture	G9x	GCN 3.0
Process Node	65 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	224	384+71%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 7900 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R2 has 512 MB. The Radeon R2 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.5 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 12_0 (Radeon R2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
DirectX	9.0c	12_0+33%
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7900 GT) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R2). Decoder: PureVideo vs UVD 4.2.

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
Encoder	None	VCE 2.0
Decoder	PureVideo	UVD 4.2
Codecs	MPEG-2,WMV,H.264	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 7900 GT draws 150W versus the Radeon R2's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 350W (Radeon R2). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 198mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce 7900 GT	Radeon R2
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	198mm	0mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	1.7	5.1+200%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 7900 GT launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Radeon R2 launched at $0 and now averages $49. The Radeon R2 costs 18.3% less ($11 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.3 (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 5.2 (Radeon R2) — the Radeon R2 offers 20.9% better value. The Radeon R2 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).