RADEON 9200 vs GeForce RTX 3060

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 9200 is positioned at rank #748 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 9200

#737

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

271425%

#739

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

246050%

#740

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

245400%

#744

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

223150%

#745

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

221625%

#747

RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

100%

#748

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

100%

#749

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

75%

#750

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

75%

#751

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

75%

#752

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

75%

#753

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

50%

#754

GeForce3

MSRP: $499|Avg: $49

25%

#755

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

25%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

109%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

108%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

107%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

105%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

105%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

104%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

103%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

102%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

102%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

102%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

101%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

101%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

101%

#28

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB

MSRP: $269|Avg: $318

100%

#29

Radeon RX 6700 XT

MSRP: $479|Avg: $230

100%

#30

GeForce RTX 3060

MSRP: $329|Avg: $289

100%

#31

Radeon RX 7400

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

100%

#32

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

99%

#33

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

98%

#34

Radeon RX 5300

MSRP: $129|Avg: $50

96%

#35

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

MSRP: $150|Avg: $77

95%

#36

Radeon RX 6400

MSRP: $159|Avg: $139

95%

#37

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

MSRP: $599|Avg: $330

94%

#38

Arc A750

MSRP: $289|Avg: $229

94%

#39

Radeon RX 6800

MSRP: $579|Avg: $370

93%

#40

GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

MSRP: $329|Avg: $280

92%

#41

Radeon RX 6750 XT

MSRP: $549|Avg: $320

92%

#42

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

MSRP: $799|Avg: $590

91%

#43

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

90%

#44

GeForce RTX 5070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

89%

#45

Radeon RX 7600 XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $330

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 424775% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (12 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9200.

Insight	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-424775%)	✅Leading raw performance (+424775%)
Longevity	GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 36653.9% better value per dollar than the RADEON 9200.

Insight	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+36653.9%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289)

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.

RADEON 9200 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON 9200 and GeForce RTX 3060

RADEON 9200

The RADEON 9200 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: 4 points.

GeForce RTX 3060

The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9200 scores 4 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 424775%. The RADEON 9200 is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (RADEON 9200) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 0.7864 TFLOPS (RADEON 9200) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1024 MHz vs 1777 MHz.

Feature	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
G3D Mark Score	4	16,995+424775%
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Ampere
Process Node	28 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	384	3584+833%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7864 TFLOPS	12.74 TFLOPS+1520%
Boost Clock	1024 MHz	1777 MHz+74%
ROPs	8	48+500%
TMUs	24	112+367%
L1 Cache	0.09 MB	3.5 MB+3789%
L2 Cache	0.13 MB	3 MB+2208%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RADEON 9200 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.13 MB (RADEON 9200) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	12 GB+4700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.13 MB	3 MB+2208%

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON 9200 draws 50W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 109.1% difference. The RADEON 9200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9200) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin.

Feature	RADEON 9200	GeForce RTX 3060
TDP	50W-71%	170W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	Legacy	8-pin
Length	—	242mm
Height	—	112mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	75
Perf/Watt	0.1	100.0+99900%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON 9200 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The RADEON 9200 costs 91.3% less ($264 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.2 (RADEON 9200) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 29300% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).