RADEON 9800 vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 9800 is positioned at rank #740 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 9800

#730

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

72380%

#732

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

65613%

#733

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

65440%

#737

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

59507%

#738

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

59100%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

100%

#742

RADEON 9200 SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $15

67%

#743

RADEON 9000

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

67%

#744

MOBILITY RADEON 7500

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

53%

#745

MOBILITY RADEON 9200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

40%

#746

MOBILITY RADEON 9000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

40%

#747

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

33%

#748

RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

27%

#749

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

27%

#750

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

20%

#751

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

20%

#752

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

20%

#753

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

20%

#754

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

13%

#755

GeForce4 440

MSRP: $469|Avg: $49

7%

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 9800 is significantly newer (2025 vs 2016). The RADEON 9800 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 17251.7% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (6 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9800.

Insight	RADEON 9800	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17251.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+17251.7%)
Longevity	RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+4700%)
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. Priced at $60 versus $399 for the RADEON 9800, it costs 85% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 115289% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RADEON 9800	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+115289%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($399)	✅More affordable ($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.

RADEON 9800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON 9800 and GeForce GTX 1060

RADEON 9800

The RADEON 9800 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: 58 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 scores 58 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 17251.7%. The RADEON 9800 is built on RDNA 3.5 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 4 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON 9800) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 14.85 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RADEON 9800	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	58	10,064+17252%
Architecture	RDNA 3.5	Pascal
Process Node	4 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2560	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	14.85 TFLOPS+67%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2900 MHz+67%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	160	160
L2 Cache	8 MB+300%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON 9800	GeForce 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 9800 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (RADEON 9800) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RADEON 9800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON 9800	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.125 GB	6 GB+4700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	8 MB+300%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON 9800 draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 106.4% difference. The RADEON 9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin.

Feature	RADEON 9800	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	55W-69%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	1.1	55.9+4982%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON 9800 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $399, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 85% less ($339 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (RADEON 9800) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 167600% better value. The RADEON 9800 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2016).