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RADEON X800 XL
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RADEON X700 PRO
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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 PRO is on rank 358, so the RADEON X700 PRO 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 PRO
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X700 PRO is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 10.1% 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 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-10.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+10.1%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) |
| 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 X800 XL offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $30 for the RADEON X700 PRO, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 81.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+81.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 PRO
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 PRO
The RADEON X700 PRO is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 27 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1287 MHz to 2245 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 260W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 76 points. Launch price was $549.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON X800 XL scores 69 versus the RADEON X700 PRO's 76 — the RADEON X700 PRO leads by 10.1%. The RADEON X800 XL is built on RDNA 2.0 while the RADEON X700 PRO uses RDNA 3.0, both on 7 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (RADEON X800 XL) vs 5,120 (RADEON X700 PRO). Raw compute: 20.74 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 XL) vs 45.98 TFLOPS (RADEON X700 PRO). Boost clocks: 2250 MHz vs 2245 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (RADEON X800 XL) vs 80 (RADEON X700 PRO).
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 69 | 76+10% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608 | 5120+11% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.74 TFLOPS | 45.98 TFLOPS+122% |
| Boost Clock | 2250 MHz | 2245 MHz |
| ROPs | 128 | 160+25% |
| TMUs | 288 | 320+11% |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB | 2.5 MB+150% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB+50% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 72 | 80+11% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6 MB (RADEON X700 PRO) — the RADEON X700 PRO has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB+50% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X800 XL draws 300W versus the RADEON X700 PRO's 260W — a 14.3% difference. The RADEON X700 PRO is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X800 XL) vs 350W (RADEON X700 PRO). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 260W-13% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | — | 170mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.2 | 0.3+50% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X800 XL launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the RADEON X700 PRO launched at $179 and now averages $30. The RADEON X800 XL costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.6 (RADEON X800 XL) vs 2.5 (RADEON X700 PRO) — the RADEON X800 XL offers 84% better value. The RADEON X700 PRO is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON X800 XL | RADEON X700 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $179-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-50% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.6+84% | 2.5 |
| Codename | Navi 21 | Navi 31 |
| Release | October 28 2020 | July 27 2023 |
| Ranking | #42 | #29 |
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