RADEON 9800 XT 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 XT is positioned at rank #374 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 XT

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

65945%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

63355%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

62618%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

62509%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

62382%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

62027%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

61245%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

61018%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

60455%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

60291%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

59564%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

59436%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

58364%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

58327%

#359

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

72727%

#374

RADEON 9800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $30

100%

#375

GeForce FX 5200

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

100%

#376

GeForce PCX 5300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

91%

#377

GeForce FX 5900

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

82%

#378

GeForce FX 5600 Ultra

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

82%

#379

GeForce FX 5100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

73%

#380

GeForce FX 5600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

64%

#381

GeForce FX 5600XT

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

64%

#382

GeForce3 Ti 200

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

27%

#383

GeForce4 Ti 4200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $5

27%

#384

GeForce4 MX 460

MSRP: $179|Avg: $15

18%

#385

GeForce4 Ti 4400

MSRP: $299|Avg: $49

18%

#386

GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

18%

#387

GeForce4 Ti 4600

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

18%

#388

GeForce4 Ti 4800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

18%

#389

RADEON 7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

18%

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 XT is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The RADEON 9800 XT 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 17556.1% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9800 XT.

Insight	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17556.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+17556.1%)
Longevity	RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+2300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 8728.1% better value per dollar than the RADEON 9800 XT.

Insight	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+8728.1%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️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.

RADEON 9800 XT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

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

RADEON 9800 XT

The RADEON 9800 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: 57 points. Launch price was $899.

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 XT scores 57 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 17556.1%. The RADEON 9800 XT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	57	10,064+17556%
Architecture	RDNA 3.0	Pascal
Process Node	5 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	5376+110%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	51.48 TFLOPS+480%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2394 MHz+38%	1733 MHz
ROPs	192+200%	64
TMUs	336+110%	160
L1 Cache	3 MB+219%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON 9800 XT	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 XT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RADEON 9800 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	6 GB+2300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	9_0	12+33%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON 9800 XT draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 180mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RADEON 9800 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	300W	180W-40%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	180mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	0.2	55.9+27850%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON 9800 XT launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The RADEON 9800 XT costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 8726.3% better value. The RADEON 9800 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).