GeForce RTX 4090 vs Radeon RX 7600
GeForce RTX 4090
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4090
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 129.9% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (24 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 7600.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+129.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-129.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 7600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $250 versus $1,649 for the GeForce RTX 4090, it costs 85% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 187% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+187%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,649) | ✅More affordable ($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 RTX 4090 and Radeon RX 7600
GeForce RTX 4090
The GeForce RTX 4090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 16384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 128 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38,112 points. Launch price was $1,599.
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 RTX 4090 scores 38,112 versus the Radeon RX 7600's 16,581 — the GeForce RTX 4090 leads by 129.9%. The GeForce RTX 4090 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Radeon RX 7600 uses RDNA 3.0, both on 5 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 16,384 (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600). Raw compute: 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 2655 MHz. Ray tracing: 128 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 32 (Radeon RX 7600) with 512 Tensor cores.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 38,112+130% | 16,581 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 16384+700% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 82.58 TFLOPS+280% | 21.75 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2520 MHz | 2655 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 176+175% | 64 |
| TMUs | 512+300% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 16 MB+3100% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+3500% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 128+300% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both GPUs support Frame Generation technologies, but they achieve it differently. The GeForce RTX 4090 uses DLSS 3 (AI-based) which is hardware-accelerated on Tensor Cores, often providing superior image quality. The Radeon RX 7600 utilizes FSR 3 & AFMF, which is more open but driver-based. Both can significantly boost FPS in supported titles.The GeForce RTX 4090 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 7600 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4090 comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7600 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 7600) — a 250% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 7600) — the GeForce RTX 4090 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+200% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1008 GB/s+250% | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+200% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+3500% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 7600). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4090) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7600). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4090) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 7600).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | VCN 4.0 |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | VCN 4.0 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4090 draws 450W versus the Radeon RX 7600's 165W — a 92.7% difference. The Radeon RX 7600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1000W (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7600). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 240mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 450W | 165W-63% |
| Recommended PSU | 1000W | 550W-45% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 304mm | 240mm |
| Height | 137mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 84.7 | 100.5+19% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4090 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1649, while the Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 and now averages $250. The Radeon RX 7600 costs 84.8% less ($1399 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.1 (GeForce RTX 4090) vs 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 7600 offers 187% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1599 | $269-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1649 | $250-85% |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.1 | 66.3+187% |
| Codename | AD102 | Navi 33 |
| Release | September 20 2022 | May 24 2023 |
| Ranking | #4 | #118 |
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