RADEON X800 XL vs RADEON X700
RADEON X800 XL
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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 X800 XL is positioned at rank 368 and the RADEON X700 is on rank 354, so the RADEON X700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X800 XL
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X700
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON X800 XL.
| Insight | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.8%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $15 for the RADEON X800 XL, it costs 33% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 58.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+58.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 X800 XL and RADEON X700
RADEON X800 XL
The RADEON X800 XL is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1825 MHz to 2250 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 69 points. Launch price was $649.
RADEON X700
The RADEON X700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2021. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1941 MHz to 2450 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 73 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON X800 XL scores 69 versus the RADEON X700's 73 — the RADEON X700 leads by 5.8%. The RADEON X800 XL is built on RDNA 2.0 while the RADEON X700 uses RDNA 2.0, both on a 7 nm process. Shader units: 4,608 (RADEON X800 XL) vs 2,304 (RADEON X700). Raw compute: 20.74 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 XL) vs 11.29 TFLOPS (RADEON X700). Boost clocks: 2250 MHz vs 2450 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (RADEON X800 XL) vs 36 (RADEON X700).
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 69 | 73+6% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608+100% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.74 TFLOPS+84% | 11.29 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2250 MHz | 2450 MHz+9% |
| ROPs | 128+100% | 64 |
| TMUs | 288+100% | 144 |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 72+100% | 36 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (RADEON X800 XL) vs 3 MB (RADEON X700) — the RADEON X800 XL has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X800 XL draws 300W versus the RADEON X700's 175W — a 52.6% difference. The RADEON X700 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X800 XL) vs 350W (RADEON X700). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 175W-42% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 0.4+100% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X800 XL launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the RADEON X700 launched at $149 and now averages $10. The RADEON X700 costs 33.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.6 (RADEON X800 XL) vs 7.3 (RADEON X700) — the RADEON X700 offers 58.7% better value. The RADEON X700 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $149-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.6 | 7.3+59% |
| Codename | Navi 21 | Navi 22 |
| Release | October 28 2020 | June 9 2021 |
| Ranking | #42 | #90 |
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