Radeon HD 7420G vs GeForce 9600 GSO

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 HD 7420G is positioned at rank 158 and the GeForce 9600 GSO is on rank 615, so the Radeon HD 7420G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7420G

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

918%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

882%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

872%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

870%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

869%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

864%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

853%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

850%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

842%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

839%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

829%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

828%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

813%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

812%

#89

Moore Threads MTT S70

MSRP: $345|Avg: $140

98%

#90

GeForce RTX 5090 D v2

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $4086.44

94%

#91

Radeon Ryzen 5 150

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

94%

#143

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

1013%

#158

Radeon HD 7420G

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

100%

#159

Radeon HD 7500G

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

100%

#161

GeForce GT 430

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

97%

#164

Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

MSRP: $173|Avg: $35

95%

#165

Radeon HD 6520G

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

95%

#166

Radeon HD 8470D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#167

GeForce GT 545

MSRP: $149|Avg: $20

95%

#170

GeForce GT 340

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

93%

#171

GeForce GT 230

MSRP: $44|Avg: $44

93%

#172

Radeon HD 6670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9600 GSO

#605

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4343%

#607

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3937%

#608

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3926%

#612

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3570%

#613

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3546%

#615

GeForce 9600 GSO

MSRP: $129|Avg: $25

100%

#616

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

100%

#617

GeForce 9400

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

100%

#618

GeForce 7350 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

99%

#620

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

98%

#621

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

96%

#622

GeForce 9800M GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $5

95%

#623

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $35

94%

#624

Radeon HD 8550G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

93%

#625

GeForce 8300 GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#626

Mobility Radeon HD 3400 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#627

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

90%

#628

GeForce 9500M GS

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

89%

#629

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9600 GSO is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7420G.

Insight	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7420G offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7420G holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $25), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 389.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+389.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($5)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($25)

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 HD 7420G Benchmark Check

GeForce 9600 GSO Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 7420G and GeForce 9600 GSO

Radeon HD 7420G

The Radeon HD 7420G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 950 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 316 points. Launch price was $999.

GeForce 9600 GSO

The GeForce 9600 GSO is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 323 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 7420G scores 316 and the GeForce 9600 GSO reaches 323 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 7420G is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 9600 GSO uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon HD 7420G) vs 224 (GeForce 9600 GSO).

Feature	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
G3D Mark Score	316	323+2%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	2048 ×2+814%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
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	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 7420G comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9600 GSO has 2 GB. The GeForce 9600 GSO offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1.5 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 7420G draws 375W versus the GeForce 9600 GSO's 150W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce 9600 GSO is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7420G) vs 350W (GeForce 9600 GSO). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.

Feature	Radeon HD 7420G	GeForce 9600 GSO
TDP	375W	150W-60%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	Legacy
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	90°C
Perf/Watt	0.8	2.2+175%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 7420G launched at $40 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the GeForce 9600 GSO launched at $129 and now averages $25. The Radeon HD 7420G costs 80% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 63.2 (Radeon HD 7420G) vs 12.9 (GeForce 9600 GSO) — the Radeon HD 7420G offers 389.9% better value. The Radeon HD 7420G is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).