GeForce GTX 950A vs Radeon RX 7600
GeForce GTX 950A
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Radeon RX 7600
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 GTX 950A is positioned at rank #286 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 950A
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 7600 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). The Radeon RX 7600 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 950A lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 7600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 538% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 950A.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-538%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+538%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 950A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $250 for the Radeon RX 7600, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 30.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+30.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
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 GTX 950A and Radeon RX 7600
GeForce GTX 950A
The GeForce GTX 950A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,599 points.
Radeon RX 7600
The Radeon RX 7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2655 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,581 points. Launch price was $269.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 950A scores 2,599 versus the Radeon RX 7600's 16,581 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 538%. The GeForce GTX 950A is built on Maxwell while the Radeon RX 7600 uses RDNA 3.0, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 2655 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,599 | 16,581+538% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 2048+220% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.439 TFLOPS | 21.75 TFLOPS+1411% |
| Boost Clock | 1124 MHz | 2655 MHz+136% |
| ROPs | 16 | 64+300% |
| TMUs | 40 | 128+220% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 512 KB+60% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7600 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 950A lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 950A comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7600 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 32 GB/s (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 7600) — a 800% advantage for the Radeon RX 7600. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | DDR3 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 32 GB/s | 288 GB/s+800% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 950A draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 7600's 165W — a 75% difference. The GeForce GTX 950A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7600). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 8-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-55% | 165W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 34.7 | 100.5+190% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 950A launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 and now averages $250. The GeForce GTX 950A costs 88% less ($220 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 86.6 (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) — the GeForce GTX 950A offers 30.6% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 950A | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $159-41% | $269 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-88% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 86.6+31% | 66.3 |
| Codename | GM107 | Navi 33 |
| Release | March 13 2015 | May 24 2023 |
| Ranking | #621 | #118 |
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