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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9800 XT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 38798.2% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (8 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 RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-38798.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+38798.2%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 5734.7% better value per dollar than the RADEON 9800 XT.
| Insight | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5734.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON 9800 XT and GeForce RTX 3070
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 RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 XT scores 57 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 38798.2%. The RADEON 9800 XT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 184.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 57 | 22,172+38798% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 5376 | 5888+10% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 51.48 TFLOPS+153% | 20.31 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2394 MHz+39% | 1725 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+100% | 96 |
| TMUs | 336+83% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB | 5.8 MB+93% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+50% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+83% | 46 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 XT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the RADEON 9800 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 8 GB+3100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+50% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9_0 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9_0 | 12 Ultimate+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9800 XT draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 30.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 180mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 220W-27% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 180mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 100.8+50300% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9800 XT launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The RADEON 9800 XT costs 85% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 5736.8% better value. The RADEON 9800 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-85% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.9 | 110.9+5737% |
| Codename | Navi 31 | GA104 |
| Release | November 3 2022 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #21 | #63 |
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