Radeon RX 7700S vs Radeon RX 7600S

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 Radeon RX 7700S

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Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

129%

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Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

123%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

118%

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Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

117%

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Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

100%

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Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

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Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7600S

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Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

100%

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Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 7600S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 7700S.

Insight	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 / 6nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm)
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 7600S offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $250 versus $350 for the Radeon RX 7700S, it costs 29% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 40.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+40.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350)	✅More affordable ($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.

Radeon RX 7700S Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 7600S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 7700S and Radeon RX 7600S

Radeon RX 7700S

The Radeon RX 7700S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 2500 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,527 points.

Radeon RX 7600S

The Radeon RX 7600S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 2200 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,553 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 7700S scores 15,527 and the Radeon RX 7600S reaches 15,553 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 7700S is built on RDNA 3.0 while the Radeon RX 7600S uses RDNA 3.0, both on a 6 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 1,792 (Radeon RX 7600S). Raw compute: 20.48 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 15.77 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600S). Boost clocks: 2500 MHz vs 2200 MHz. Ray tracing: 32 RT cores (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 28 (Radeon RX 7600S).

Feature	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
G3D Mark Score	15,527	15,553
Architecture	RDNA 3.0	RDNA 3.0
Process Node	6 nm	6 nm
Shading Units	2048+14%	1792
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.48 TFLOPS+30%	15.77 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2500 MHz+14%	2200 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128+14%	112
L1 Cache	512 KB	512 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	32+14%	28

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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 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
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 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 256 GB/s (Radeon RX 7600S) — a 12.5% advantage for the Radeon RX 7700S. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s+13%	256 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (Radeon RX 7600S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7700S) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7600S). Decoder: VCN 4.0 vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (Radeon RX 7700S) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (Radeon RX 7600S).

Feature	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
Encoder	VCN 4.0	VCN 4.0
Decoder	VCN 4.0	VCN 4.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 7700S draws 100W versus the Radeon RX 7600S's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The Radeon RX 7600S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 650W (Radeon RX 7600S). Power connectors: Mobile vs Mobile.

Feature	Radeon RX 7700S	Radeon RX 7600S
TDP	100W	75W-25%
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	Mobile	Mobile
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	155.3	207.4+34%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 7700S launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $350, while the Radeon RX 7600S launched at $269 and now averages $250. The Radeon RX 7600S costs 28.6% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.4 (Radeon RX 7700S) vs 62.2 (Radeon RX 7600S) — the Radeon RX 7600S offers 40.1% better value.