Radeon 3020e vs GeForce 9800M GS

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800M GS

#598

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4192%

#600

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3800%

#601

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3790%

#605

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3446%

#606

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3423%

#608

GeForce 9800M GS

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#609

Radeon R7 M270

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#610

GeForce 9800 GTX

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

99%

#611

Seria Mobility Radeon HD 3400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

98%

#612

Mobility Radeon HD 5850

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

98%

#614

GeForce 205

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

97%

#615

GeForce 9600 GSO

MSRP: $129|Avg: $25

97%

#616

GeForce 9400

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

96%

#617

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

96%

#618

GeForce 7350 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

95%

#620

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

94%

#621

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

93%

#622

GeForce 9800M GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $5

92%

#623

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $35

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 3020e is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The Radeon 3020e likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800M GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9800M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 3020e.

Insight	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 9800M GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $50 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.3% better value per dollar than the Radeon 3020e.

Insight	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.3%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 3020e and GeForce 9800M GS

Radeon 3020e

The Radeon 3020e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 505 points.

GeForce 9800M GS

The GeForce 9800M GS 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: 517 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon 3020e scores 505 and the GeForce 9800M GS reaches 517 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 3020e is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce 9800M GS uses G9x, both on 14 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 3020e) vs 224 (GeForce 9800M GS).

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
G3D Mark Score	505	517+2%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	G9x
Process Node	14 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	512+129%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon 3020e) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800M GS). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
DirectX	12 (12_1)+8%	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: VCN 1.0 vs PureVideo HD (VP3). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon 3020e) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GS).

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
Encoder	VCN 1.0	—
Decoder	VCN 1.0	PureVideo HD (VP3)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3020e draws 50W versus the GeForce 9800M GS's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon 3020e is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 3020e) vs 350W (GeForce 9800M GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.

Feature	Radeon 3020e	GeForce 9800M GS
TDP	50W-67%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	10.1+197%	3.4

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 3020e launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce 9800M GS launched at $200 and now averages $50. The Radeon 3020e costs 2% less ($1 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (Radeon 3020e) vs 10.3 (GeForce 9800M GS) — the GeForce 9800M GS offers 0% better value. The Radeon 3020e is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).