RADEON 9800 vs GeForce RTX 3060
RADEON 9800
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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 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9800
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 29201.7% higher G3D Mark score and 9500% more VRAM (12 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 RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-29201.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+29201.7%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm) | 🔮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. Priced at $289 versus $399 for the RADEON 9800, it costs 28% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 40354.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+40354.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($399) | ✅More affordable ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON 9800 and GeForce RTX 3060
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 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 scores 58 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 29201.7%. The RADEON 9800 is built on RDNA 3.5 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON 9800) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 14.85 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (RADEON 9800) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 112.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 58 | 16,995+29202% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.5 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 3584+40% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 14.85 TFLOPS+17% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2900 MHz+63% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 160+43% | 112 |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+167% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40+43% | 28 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9800 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 9500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (RADEON 9800) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the RADEON 9800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 12 GB+9500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+167% | 3 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9800 draws 55W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 102.2% difference. The RADEON 9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-68% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 100.0+8991% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9800 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $399, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 27.6% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (RADEON 9800) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 58700% better value. The RADEON 9800 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $329-18% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $399 | $289-28% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.1 | 58.8+58700% |
| Codename | Strix Halo | GA106 |
| Release | January 6 2025 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #98 | #114 |
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