Radeon R7E vs GeForce 8800 GTX

Radeon R7E

2013Core: 800 MHz

GeForce 8800 GTX

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R7E

565

+1.6%

Radeon HD 7970 / R9 280X

556

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

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 8800 GTX

#688

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

11674%

#690

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

10583%

#691

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

10555%

#695

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

9598%

#696

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9532%

#698

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

100%

#699

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

100%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

98%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#702

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

#703

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

96%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

95%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

92%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

89%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

86%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

84%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

83%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R7E is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8800 GTX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)
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 (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R7E offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7E holds the technical lead. Priced at $49 (vs $50), it costs 2% less, resulting in a 3.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 R7E Benchmark Check

GeForce 8800 GTX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R7E and GeForce 8800 GTX

Radeon R7E

The Radeon R7E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 20 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 565 points. Launch price was $109.

GeForce 8800 GTX

The GeForce 8800 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: 556 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7E scores 565 and the GeForce 8800 GTX reaches 556 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R7E is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon R7E) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX).

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
G3D Mark Score	565+2%	556
Architecture	GCN 1.0	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	512+129%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R7E comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GTX has 768 MB. The GeForce 8800 GTX offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.75 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R7E) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GTX). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
DirectX	12_0+20%	10.0
Max Displays	0	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7E) vs None (GeForce 8800 GTX). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs PureVideo HD (VP2).

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
Encoder	VCE 2.0	None
Decoder	UVD 4.2	PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs	—	MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7E draws 55W versus the GeForce 8800 GTX's 150W — a 92.7% difference. The Radeon R7E is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7E) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon R7E	GeForce 8800 GTX
TDP	55W-63%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	10.3+178%	3.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R7E launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce 8800 GTX launched at $599 and now averages $50. The Radeon R7E costs 2% less ($1 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.5 (Radeon R7E) vs 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) — the Radeon R7E offers 3.6% better value. The Radeon R7E is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).