RADEON 9800 vs GeForce RTX 4060
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 4060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33603.4% higher G3D Mark score and 6300% more VRAM (8 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 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-33603.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+33603.4%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| 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 |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $399 for the RADEON 9800, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 44875.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+44875.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($399) | ✅More affordable ($299) |
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 4060
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 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 scores 58 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 33603.4%. The RADEON 9800 is built on RDNA 3.5 while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 4 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON 9800) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 14.85 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 2460 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (RADEON 9800) vs 24 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 96.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 58 | 19,548+33603% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.5 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 3072+20% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 14.85 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS+2% |
| Boost Clock | 2900 MHz+18% | 2460 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 160+67% | 96 |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 24 MB+200% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40+67% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The RADEON 9800 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9800 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 6300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (RADEON 9800) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 8 GB+6300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 24 MB+200% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9800 draws 55W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 70.6% difference. The RADEON 9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-52% | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 73°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 170.0+15355% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9800 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $399, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 25.1% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.1 (RADEON 9800) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 65300% better value. The RADEON 9800 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $299-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $399 | $299-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.1 | 65.4+65300% |
| Codename | Strix Halo | AD107 |
| Release | January 6 2025 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #98 | #84 |
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