RADEON A9800XT vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

RADEON A9800XT

2015Boost: 970 MHz

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020Core: 1410 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

0.0%

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280

20,312

+88213.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 (Mobile)

GeForce RTX 2080 Super with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1080 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile

GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The RADEON A9800XT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 88213% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON A9800XT.

Insight	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-88213%)	✅Leading raw performance (+88213%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🔮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 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 9362.1% better value per dollar than the RADEON A9800XT.

Insight	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+9362.1%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)

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 A9800XT Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON A9800XT and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

RADEON A9800XT

The RADEON A9800XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 19 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 970 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 23 points. Launch price was $229.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RADEON A9800XT scores 23 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 88213%. The RADEON A9800XT is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RADEON A9800XT) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 3.973 TFLOPS (RADEON A9800XT) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 970 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score	23	20,312+88213%
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Ampere
Process Node	28 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2048	4864+138%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.973 TFLOPS	16.2 TFLOPS+308%
Boost Clock	970 MHz	1665 MHz+72%
ROPs	32	80+150%
TMUs	128	152+19%
L1 Cache	0.5 MB	4.8 MB+860%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	4 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RADEON A9800XT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (RADEON A9800XT) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	8 GB+1500%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	4 MB+700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0 (RADEON A9800XT) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
DirectX	9_0	12 Ultimate (12_2)+33%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON A9800XT draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON A9800XT) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 220mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RADEON A9800XT	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP	250W	200W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	Legacy	8-pin
Length	220mm	242mm
Height	—	112mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	—	75
Perf/Watt	0.1	101.6+101500%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON A9800XT launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The RADEON A9800XT costs 89.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.8 (RADEON A9800XT) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 8962.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).