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RADEON 9600 XT
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RADEON X300SE
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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 9600 XT is positioned at rank 370 and the RADEON X300SE is on rank 343, so the RADEON X300SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9600 XT
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X300SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X300SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9600 XT.
| Insight | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.6%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) | RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON 9600 XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $60 for the RADEON X300SE, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 268.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+268.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️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 9600 XT and RADEON X300SE
RADEON 9600 XT
The RADEON 9600 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 3 2022. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1387 MHz to 2394 MHz. It has 5376 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 35 points. Launch price was $899.
RADEON X300SE
The RADEON X300SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1327 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9600 XT scores 35 versus the RADEON X300SE's 38 — the RADEON X300SE leads by 8.6%. The RADEON 9600 XT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the RADEON X300SE uses RDNA 1.0, both on 5 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (RADEON 9600 XT) vs 1,408 (RADEON X300SE). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (RADEON 9600 XT) vs 4.632 TFLOPS (RADEON X300SE). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 1645 MHz.
| Feature | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 35 | 38+9% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | RDNA 1.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 5376+282% | 1408 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 51.48 TFLOPS+1011% | 4.632 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2394 MHz+46% | 1645 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+500% | 32 |
| TMUs | 336+282% | 88 |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+300% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9600 XT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the RADEON X300SE has 512 MB. The RADEON X300SE offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RADEON 9600 XT) vs 1.5 MB (RADEON X300SE) — the RADEON 9600 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+300% | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9600 XT draws 300W versus the RADEON X300SE's 100W — a 100% difference. The RADEON X300SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9600 XT) vs 350W (RADEON X300SE). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 100W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Perf/Watt | 0.1 | 0.4+300% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9600 XT launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the RADEON X300SE launched at $60 and now averages $60. The RADEON 9600 XT costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.3 (RADEON 9600 XT) vs 0.6 (RADEON X300SE) — the RADEON 9600 XT offers 283.3% better value. The RADEON 9600 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON 9600 XT | RADEON X300SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $60-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-75% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.3+283% | 0.6 |
| Codename | Navi 31 | Navi 14 |
| Release | November 3 2022 | May 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #21 | #336 |
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