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RADEON 9800 XT
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Radeon RX 7600
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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 Radeon RX 7600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 7600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 28989.5% 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 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-28989.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+28989.5%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| 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 Radeon RX 7600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $250 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 3390.7% better value per dollar than the RADEON 9800 XT.
| Insight | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+3390.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
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 Radeon RX 7600
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 RX 7600
The Radeon RX 7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2655 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,581 points. Launch price was $269.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON 9800 XT scores 57 versus the Radeon RX 7600's 16,581 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 28989.5%. The RADEON 9800 XT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the Radeon RX 7600 uses RDNA 3.0, both on 5 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 2655 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 32 (Radeon RX 7600).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 57 | 16,581+28989% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 5376+163% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 51.48 TFLOPS+137% | 21.75 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2394 MHz | 2655 MHz+11% |
| ROPs | 192+200% | 64 |
| TMUs | 336+163% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+500% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+200% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+163% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7600 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. 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 XT lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON 9800 XT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7600 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 7600) — the RADEON 9800 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 8 GB+3100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+200% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9_0 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 7600). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9_0 | 12.2+36% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON 9800 XT draws 300W versus the Radeon RX 7600's 165W — a 58.1% difference. The Radeon RX 7600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7600). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 180mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 165W-45% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 180mm | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 100.5+50150% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON 9800 XT launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 and now averages $250. The RADEON 9800 XT costs 88% less ($220 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (RADEON 9800 XT) vs 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 7600 offers 3389.5% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | RADEON 9800 XT | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $269-46% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-88% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.9 | 66.3+3389% |
| Codename | Navi 31 | Navi 33 |
| Release | November 3 2022 | May 24 2023 |
| Ranking | #21 | #118 |
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