Radeon 625
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 625 vs GeForce GTX 1060

AMD

Radeon 625

2019Core: 730 MHzBoost: 1024 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

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 Radeon 625 is positioned at rank #357 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 Radeon 625

#347
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1008%
#349
914%
#350
911%
#354
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
829%
#355
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
823%
#357
Radeon 625
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
100%
#359
Radeon R7 M350
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
99%
#360
GeForce 920MX
MSRP: $100|Avg: $54
99%
#361
99%
#362
Radeon HD 7670A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $40
97%
#363
Radeon Vega 8
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
97%
#367
GeForce 615
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
94%
#369
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
93%
#370
GeForce GT 730A
MSRP: $75|Avg: $20
92%
#372
Radeon HD 7660G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
89%
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 625 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 625 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 834.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 625.

InsightRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-834.4%)
Leading raw performance (+834.4%)
Longevity
GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 678.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon 625.

InsightRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+678.7%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($50)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 Radeon 625 and GeForce GTX 1060

AMD

Radeon 625

The Radeon 625 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: 1,077 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon 625 scores 1,077 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 834.4%. The Radeon 625 is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon 625) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.7864 TFLOPS (Radeon 625) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1024 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

FeatureRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
1,077
10,064+834%
Architecture
GCN 3.0
Pascal
Process Node
28 nm
16 nm
Shading Units
384
2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.7864 TFLOPS
8.873 TFLOPS+1028%
Boost Clock
1024 MHz
1733 MHz+69%
ROPs
8
64+700%
TMUs
24
160+567%
L1 Cache
96 KB
960 KB+900%
L2 Cache
0.13 MB
2 MB+1438%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
AMD Anti-Lag
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 625 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.13 MB (Radeon 625) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
6 GB+1100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
192 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
192-bit+50%
L2 Cache
0.13 MB
2 MB+1438%
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 625 draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 113% difference. The Radeon 625 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 625) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

FeatureRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
TDP
50W-72%
180W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
173mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Perf/Watt
21.5
55.9+160%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon 625 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon 625 costs 16.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.5 (Radeon 625) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 680% better value. The Radeon 625 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).

FeatureRadeon 625GeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$100-60%
$249
Avg Price (30d)
$50-17%
$60
Performance per Dollar
21.5
167.7+680%
Codename
Polaris 24
GP104
Release
May 13 2019
May 27 2016
Ranking
#858
#137