RADEON 9600SE vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
RADEON 9600SE
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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. The RADEON 9600SE is positioned at rank #723 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9600SE
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 46325.9% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9600SE.
| Insight | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-46325.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+46325.9%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $209 (vs $65), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 14338.7% better value per dollar than the RADEON 9600SE.
| Insight | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+14338.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($65) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) |
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 9600SE and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
RADEON 9600SE
The RADEON 9600SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 27 points.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9600SE scores 27 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 46325.9%. The RADEON 9600SE is built on RDNA 3.5 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON 9600SE) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 14.85 TFLOPS (RADEON 9600SE) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (RADEON 9600SE) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 80.
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 27 | 12,535+46326% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.5 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 14.85 TFLOPS+63% | 9.098 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2900 MHz+63% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 160+100% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+300% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40+100% | 20 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9600SE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (RADEON 9600SE) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the RADEON 9600SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+300% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0 (RADEON 9600SE) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.4. OpenGL: 2.0 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0 | 12 Ultimate+33% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 2.0 | 4.6+130% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (RADEON 9600SE) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: None vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (RADEON 9600SE) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | None | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9600SE draws 55W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 81.1% difference. The RADEON 9600SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9600SE) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60 vs 66°C.
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-58% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 168mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 60-9% | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.5 | 96.4+19180% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9600SE launched at $65 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The RADEON 9600SE costs 68.9% less ($144 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (RADEON 9600SE) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 14900% better value. The RADEON 9600SE is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | RADEON 9600SE | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $65-74% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65-69% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.4 | 60.0+14900% |
| Codename | Strix Halo | GA106 |
| Release | January 6 2025 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #98 | #211 |
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