RADEON E2400 vs Radeon X1600
RADEON E2400
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 E2400 is positioned at rank 351 and the Radeon X1600 is on rank 364, so the RADEON E2400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON E2400
Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon X1600 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon X1600 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The RADEON E2400 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON E2400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1600.
| Insight | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon X1600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $49 versus $100 for the RADEON E2400, it costs 51% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 92.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+92.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($49) |
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 E2400 and Radeon X1600
RADEON E2400
The RADEON E2400 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 52 points. Launch price was $79.
Radeon X1600
The Radeon X1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2105 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 255W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 49 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON E2400 scores 52 versus the Radeon X1600's 49 — the RADEON E2400 leads by 6.1%. The RADEON E2400 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon X1600 uses RDNA 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 384 (RADEON E2400) vs 4,608 (Radeon X1600). Raw compute: 0.9085 TFLOPS (RADEON E2400) vs 19.4 TFLOPS (Radeon X1600). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 2105 MHz.
| Feature | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 52+6% | 49 |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 4608+1100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9085 TFLOPS | 19.4 TFLOPS+2035% |
| Boost Clock | 1124 MHz | 2105 MHz+87% |
| ROPs | 16 | 64+300% |
| TMUs | 24 | 288+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON E2400 draws 50W versus the Radeon X1600's 255W — a 134.4% difference. The RADEON E2400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON E2400) vs 350W (Radeon X1600). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-80% | 255W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 1.0+400% | 0.2 |
Value Analysis
The RADEON E2400 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Radeon X1600 launched at $199 and now averages $49. The Radeon X1600 costs 51% less ($51 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.5 (RADEON E2400) vs 1.0 (Radeon X1600) — the Radeon X1600 offers 100% better value. The Radeon X1600 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | RADEON E2400 | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-50% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $49-51% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.5 | 1.0+100% |
| Codename | Lexa | Navi 21 |
| Release | April 20 2017 | October 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #773 | #34 |
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