Radeon X1600 vs RADEON E2400
Radeon X1600
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 X1600 is positioned at rank 364 and the RADEON E2400 is on rank 351, so the RADEON E2400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1600
Performance Per Dollar RADEON E2400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon X1600 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon X1600 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The RADEON E2400 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON E2400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1600.
| Insight | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.1%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| 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 | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon X1600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $49 versus $100 for the RADEON E2400, it costs 51% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 92.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+92.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($49) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 X1600 and RADEON E2400
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.
RADEON E2400
The RADEON E2400 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 52 points. Launch price was $79.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1600 scores 49 versus the RADEON E2400's 52 — the RADEON E2400 leads by 6.1%. The Radeon X1600 is built on RDNA 2.0 while the RADEON E2400 uses GCN 4.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (Radeon X1600) vs 384 (RADEON E2400). Raw compute: 19.4 TFLOPS (Radeon X1600) vs 0.9085 TFLOPS (RADEON E2400). Boost clocks: 2105 MHz vs 1124 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 49 | 52+6% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608+1100% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 19.4 TFLOPS+2035% | 0.9085 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2105 MHz+87% | 1124 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 288+1100% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon X1600 draws 255W versus the RADEON E2400's 50W — a 134.4% difference. The RADEON E2400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1600) vs 350W (RADEON E2400). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 255W | 50W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 1.0+400% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon X1600 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the RADEON E2400 launched at $100 and now averages $100. The Radeon X1600 costs 51% less ($51 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (Radeon X1600) vs 0.5 (RADEON E2400) — the Radeon X1600 offers 100% better value. The Radeon X1600 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | Radeon X1600 | RADEON E2400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $100-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-51% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.0+100% | 0.5 |
| Codename | Navi 21 | Lexa |
| Release | October 28 2020 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #34 | #773 |
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