Radeon X1600 vs GeForce RTX 2060

Radeon X1600

2020Boost: 2105 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

0.0%

Mobility Radeon X1400

Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280

14,114

+28704.1%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

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 X1600 is positioned at rank #364 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 X1600

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

29016%

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

27876%

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

27552%

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

27504%

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

27448%

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

27292%

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

26948%

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26848%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26600%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

26528%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

26208%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26152%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

25680%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

25664%

#349

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

32000%

#364

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

100%

#365

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

100%

#366

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

92%

#367

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

84%

#368

RADEON X800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $20

80%

#369

RADEON X800 XL

MSRP: $349|Avg: $15

80%

#370

RADEON 9600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

72%

#371

RADEON X800 PRO

MSRP: $399|Avg: $15

64%

#372

GeForce FX 5200LE

MSRP: $43|Avg: $25

64%

#373

GeForce FX 5200SE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

48%

#374

RADEON 9800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $30

44%

#375

GeForce FX 5200

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

44%

#376

GeForce PCX 5300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

40%

#377

GeForce FX 5900

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

36%

#378

GeForce FX 5600 Ultra

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

36%

#379

GeForce FX 5100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

32%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 28704.1% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1600.

Insight	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-28704.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+28704.1%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 11661.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1600.

Insight	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+11661.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 X1600 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1600 and GeForce RTX 2060

Radeon X1600

The Radeon X1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2105 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 255W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 49 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1600 scores 49 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 28704.1%. The Radeon X1600 is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 7 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (Radeon X1600) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 19.4 TFLOPS (Radeon X1600) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 2105 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	49	14,114+28704%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Turing
Process Node	7 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	4608+140%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	19.4 TFLOPS+201%	6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2105 MHz+25%	1680 MHz
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	288+140%	120

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon X1600 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0c (Radeon X1600) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	9_0c	12 Ultimate (12_2)+33%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Avivo (Radeon X1600) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: Avivo vs NVDEC (Turing).

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	Avivo	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	Avivo	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1600 draws 255W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 45.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1600) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon X1600	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	255W	160W-37%
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	168mm	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	—	72
Perf/Watt	0.2	88.2+44000%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1600 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The Radeon X1600 costs 59.2% less ($71 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (Radeon X1600) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 11660% better value. The Radeon X1600 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).