
Radeon RX 560X vs Radeon RX 7600

Radeon RX 560X
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 7600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 396.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 560X.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-396.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+396.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 560X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $250 for the Radeon RX 7600, it costs 84% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 25.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+25.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
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 RX 560X and Radeon RX 7600

Radeon RX 560X
The Radeon RX 560X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,340 points.

Radeon RX 7600
The Radeon RX 7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2655 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,581 points. Launch price was $269.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 560X scores 3,340 versus the Radeon RX 7600's 16,581 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 396.4%. The Radeon RX 560X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 7600 uses RDNA 3.0, both on 14 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600). Raw compute: 2.611 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 560X) vs 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600). Boost clocks: 1275 MHz vs 2655 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,340 | 16,581+396% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 2048+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.611 TFLOPS | 21.75 TFLOPS+733% |
| Boost Clock | 1275 MHz | 2655 MHz+108% |
| ROPs | 16 | 64+300% |
| TMUs | 64 | 128+100% |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7600 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Radeon RX 560X lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon RX 560X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7600 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 560X) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 7600 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 560X draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 7600's 165W — a 75% difference. The Radeon RX 560X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 560X) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7600). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-55% | 165W |
| Recommended PSU | 400W-27% | 550W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 44.5 | 100.5+126% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 560X launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 and now averages $250. The Radeon RX 560X costs 84% less ($210 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.5 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 560X offers 25.9% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2018).
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-52% | $269 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-84% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.5+26% | 66.3 |
| Codename | Polaris 21 | Navi 33 |
| Release | April 11 2018 | May 24 2023 |
| Ranking | #556 | #118 |
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