GeForce 7900 GTX vs RADEON E4690
GeForce 7900 GTX
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 7900 GTX is positioned at rank 711 and the RADEON E4690 is on rank 713, so the GeForce 7900 GTX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GTX
Performance Per Dollar RADEON E4690
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON E4690 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The RADEON E4690 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 7900 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON E4690 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7900 GTX.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 7900 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 7900 GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $558), it costs 93% less, resulting in a 1236.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1236.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($558) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7900 GTX and RADEON E4690
GeForce 7900 GTX
The GeForce 7900 GTX 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: 388 points.
RADEON E4690
The RADEON E4690 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 29 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 95W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 405 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 7900 GTX scores 388 and the RADEON E4690 reaches 405 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7900 GTX is built on G9x while the RADEON E4690 uses GCN 3.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7900 GTX) vs 2,048 (RADEON E4690).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 388 | 405+4% |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 3.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 2048+814% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7900 GTX draws 150W versus the RADEON E4690's 95W — a 44.9% difference. The RADEON E4690 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7900 GTX) vs 350W (RADEON E4690). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 95W-37% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 229mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 2.6 | 4.3+65% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7900 GTX launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the RADEON E4690 launched at $558 and now averages $558. The GeForce 7900 GTX costs 92.8% less ($518 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.7 (GeForce 7900 GTX) vs 0.7 (RADEON E4690) — the GeForce 7900 GTX offers 1285.7% better value. The RADEON E4690 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GTX | RADEON E4690 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499-11% | $558 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-93% | $558 |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.7+1286% | 0.7 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Amethyst |
| Release | July 15 2008 | September 29 2015 |
| Ranking | #825 | #420 |
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