Radeon RX 6500 vs Radeon RX 6400
Radeon RX 6500
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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. The Radeon RX 6500 is positioned at rank #118 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 6500
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 6400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 6400 is significantly newer (2022 vs 0). The Radeon RX 6400 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon RX 6500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 6400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 6500.
| Insight | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | Legacy (Standard Node) | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 6400 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $139 versus $150 for the Radeon RX 6500, it costs 7% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 9.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+9.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($139) |
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 6500 and Radeon RX 6400
Radeon RX 6500
The Radeon RX 6500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in sem dados. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,610 points.
Radeon RX 6400
The Radeon RX 6400 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 19 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1923 MHz to 2321 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 53W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,728 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX 6500 scores 7,610 and the Radeon RX 6400 reaches 7,728 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,610 | 7,728+2% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smoothen motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 3 (Native) | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 144 GB/s (Radeon RX 6500) vs 128 GB/s (Radeon RX 6400) — a 12.5% advantage for the Radeon RX 6500. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 144 GB/s+13% | 128 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 6400). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (Radeon RX 6500) vs None (Radeon RX 6400). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs VCN 3.0 (Limited). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6500) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (Decode),HEVC (Decode) (Radeon RX 6400).
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | VCN 3.0 | VCN 3.0 (Limited) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264 (Decode),HEVC (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 6500 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 6400's 53W — a 34.4% difference. The Radeon RX 6400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 6500) vs 350W (Radeon RX 6400). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None. Card length: 172mm vs 172mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 53W-29% |
| Recommended PSU | 400W | 350W-13% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | None |
| Length | 172mm | 172mm |
| Height | 112mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 101.5 | 145.8+44% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 6500 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 6400 launched at $159 and now averages $139. The Radeon RX 6400 costs 7.3% less ($11 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.7 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 55.6 (Radeon RX 6400) — the Radeon RX 6400 offers 9.7% better value.
| Feature | Radeon RX 6500 | Radeon RX 6400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $159-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $139-7% |
| Performance per Dollar | 50.7 | 55.6+10% |
| Codename | — | Navi 24 |
| Release | sem dados | January 19 2022 |
| Ranking | #335 | #330 |
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