Radeon RX 6500 vs Radeon RX 780

Radeon RX 6500

Radeon RX 780

2024Core: 1295 MHzBoost: 2335 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon RX 6500

7,610

0.0%

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

Radeon RX 5300M

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

7,658

+0.6%

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

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 RX 6500 is positioned at rank 118 and the Radeon RX 780 is on rank 296, so the Radeon RX 6500 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 RX 6500

#108

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

284%

#110

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

257%

#111

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

257%

#115

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

233%

#116

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

232%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

100%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

99%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

98%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 780

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

98%

#285

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

707%

#287

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

641%

#288

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

639%

#292

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

581%

#293

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

578%

#296

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

100%

#299

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#300

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

98%

#301

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

98%

#302

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

98%

#303

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

98%

#306

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

97%

#307

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

96%

#308

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 780 is significantly newer (2024 vs 0). The Radeon RX 780 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 780 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% 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 780
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity	Legacy (Standard Node)	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 5nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 6500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $721 for the Radeon RX 780, it costs 79% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 377.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+377.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($150)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($721)

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 RX 6500 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 780 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6500 and Radeon RX 780

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 780

The Radeon RX 780 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 11 2024. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2335 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,658 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 6500 scores 7,610 and the Radeon RX 780 reaches 7,658 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
G3D Mark Score	7,610	7,658

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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 780
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	144 GB/s	System
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 12 (12_2) (Radeon RX 780). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 (12_2)
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (Radeon RX 6500) vs RDNA 3 Dual Media Engine (Radeon RX 780). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6500) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 780).

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
Encoder	None	RDNA 3 Dual Media Engine
Decoder	VCN 3.0	VCN 4.0
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6500 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 780's 180W — a 82.4% difference. The Radeon RX 6500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 6500) vs 350W (Radeon RX 780). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 780
TDP	75W-58%	180W
Recommended PSU	400W	350W-13%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	172mm	—
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	85°C	85°C
Perf/Watt	101.5+139%	42.5

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6500 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 780 launched at $499 and now averages $721. The Radeon RX 6500 costs 79.2% less ($571 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.7 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 10.6 (Radeon RX 780) — the Radeon RX 6500 offers 378.3% better value.