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Radeon R5 M420
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GeForce 9800 GTX
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon R5 M420 is positioned at rank 663 and the GeForce 9800 GTX is on rank 610, so the GeForce 9800 GTX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M420
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon R5 M420 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2008). The Radeon R5 M420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 52.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R5 M420.
| Insight | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-52.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+52.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800 GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $300), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 1425.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1425.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 R5 M420 and GeForce 9800 GTX
Radeon R5 M420
The Radeon R5 M420 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 504 points.
GeForce 9800 GTX
The GeForce 9800 GTX 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: 769 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon R5 M420 scores 504 versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 769 — the GeForce 9800 GTX leads by 52.6%. The Radeon R5 M420 is built on GCN 2.0 while the GeForce 9800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 768 (Radeon R5 M420) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 504 | 769+53% |
| Architecture | GCN 2.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+243% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Radeon R5 M420) vs 10.0 (GeForce 9800 GTX). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_1)+20% | 10.0 |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon R5 M420) vs No (GeForce 9800 GTX). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon R5 M420) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | No |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R5 M420 draws 75W versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon R5 M420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 M420) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GTX). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 100°C.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-50% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80-20% | 100°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.7+31% | 5.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R5 M420 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the GeForce 9800 GTX launched at $299 and now averages $30. The GeForce 9800 GTX costs 90% less ($270 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.7 (Radeon R5 M420) vs 25.6 (GeForce 9800 GTX) — the GeForce 9800 GTX offers 1405.9% better value. The Radeon R5 M420 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M420 | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $30-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.7 | 25.6+1406% |
| Codename | Emerald | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 15 2016 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #649 | #825 |
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