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RADEON 9800 XT
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The RADEON 9800 XT is positioned at rank 374 and the RADEON X800 PRO is on rank 371, so the RADEON X800 PRO offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9800 XT
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X800 PRO
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X800 PRO is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-14%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+14%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X800 PRO offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $30 for the RADEON 9800 XT, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 128.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+128.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 XT and RADEON X800 PRO
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.
RADEON X800 PRO
The RADEON X800 PRO is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2105 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 65 points. Launch price was $579.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 XT scores 57 versus the RADEON X800 PRO's 65 — the RADEON X800 PRO leads by 14%. The RADEON 9800 XT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the RADEON X800 PRO uses RDNA 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 3,840 (RADEON X800 PRO). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 16.17 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 PRO). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 2105 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 60 (RADEON X800 PRO).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 57 | 65+14% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 5376+40% | 3840 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 51.48 TFLOPS+218% | 16.17 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2394 MHz+14% | 2105 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+100% | 96 |
| TMUs | 336+40% | 240 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+300% | 0.75 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+50% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+40% | 60 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 4 MB (RADEON X800 PRO) — the RADEON 9800 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+50% | 4 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9800 XT draws 300W versus the RADEON X800 PRO's 250W — a 18.2% difference. The RADEON X800 PRO is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 350W (RADEON X800 PRO). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 250W-17% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 180mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 0.3+50% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9800 XT launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the RADEON X800 PRO launched at $399 and now averages $15. The RADEON X800 PRO costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 4.3 (RADEON X800 PRO) — the RADEON X800 PRO offers 126.3% better value. The RADEON 9800 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | RADEON X800 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $399-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $15-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.9 | 4.3+126% |
| Codename | Navi 31 | Navi 21 |
| Release | November 3 2022 | October 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #21 | #65 |
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