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RADEON 9500
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GeForce FX 5700
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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.
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. The RADEON 9500 is positioned at rank 737 and the GeForce FX 5700 is on rank 367, so the GeForce FX 5700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9500
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5700
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce FX 5700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 13.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (256 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9500.
| Insight | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-13.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+13.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce FX 5700 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $30), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 127.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+127.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 9500 and GeForce FX 5700
RADEON 9500
The RADEON 9500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 29 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 95W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 36 points.
GeForce FX 5700
The GeForce FX 5700 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2010. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 41 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9500 scores 36 versus the GeForce FX 5700's 41 — the GeForce FX 5700 leads by 13.9%. The RADEON 9500 is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce FX 5700 uses Rankine, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RADEON 9500) vs 480 (GeForce FX 5700). Raw compute: 4.096 TFLOPS (RADEON 9500) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5700).
| Feature | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 36 | 41+14% |
| Architecture | GCN 3.0 | Rankine |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+327% | 480 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.096 TFLOPS+192% | 1.405 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 40+25% |
| TMUs | 128+113% | 60 |
| L1 Cache | 512 KB | 960 KB+88% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 640 KB+25% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9500 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce FX 5700 has 256 MB. The GeForce FX 5700 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (RADEON 9500) vs 640 KB (GeForce FX 5700) — the GeForce FX 5700 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 0.25 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 640 KB+25% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9500 draws 95W versus the GeForce FX 5700's 219W — a 79% difference. The RADEON 9500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9500) vs 350W (GeForce FX 5700). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 95W-57% | 219W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.4+100% | 0.2 |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9500 launched at $179 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce FX 5700 launched at $199 and now averages $15. The GeForce FX 5700 costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.2 (RADEON 9500) vs 2.7 (GeForce FX 5700) — the GeForce FX 5700 offers 125% better value. The RADEON 9500 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | RADEON 9500 | GeForce FX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $179-10% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $15-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.2 | 2.7+125% |
| Codename | Amethyst | GF110 |
| Release | September 29 2015 | December 7 2010 |
| Ranking | #420 | #497 |
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