RADEON X800GT vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 X800GT is positioned at rank #352 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 X800GT

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

14508%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13938%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

13776%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

13752%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

13724%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

13646%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

13474%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13424%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13300%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

13264%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

13104%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13076%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

12840%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

12832%

#336

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

16000%

#351

Radeon X1650 GTO

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

100%

#352

RADEON X800GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $10

100%

#353

RADEON X700

MSRP: $149|Avg: $10

98%

#354

RADEON X600 SE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

98%

#355

Radeon X1900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

98%

#356

GeForce G200

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

90%

#357

RADEON X700 PRO

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

84%

#358

GeForce 6500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

76%

#360

RADEON X800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $15

68%

#361

GeForce 6600

MSRP: $270|Avg: $10

64%

#362

RADEON 9550

MSRP: $129|Avg: $30

54%

#363

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

50%

#364

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

50%

#365

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

46%

#366

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

42%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RADEON X800GT uses modern memory architecture. The RADEON X800GT likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 12480% 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 X800GT.

Insight	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-12480%)	✅Leading raw performance (+12480%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1996.7% better value per dollar than the RADEON X800GT.

Insight	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1996.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 X800GT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X800GT and GeForce GTX 1060

RADEON X800GT

The RADEON X800GT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2105 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 80 points. Launch price was $579.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RADEON X800GT scores 80 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 12480%. The RADEON X800GT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (RADEON X800GT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 16.17 TFLOPS (RADEON X800GT) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2105 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	80	10,064+12480%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3840+50%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.17 TFLOPS+82%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2105 MHz+21%	1733 MHz
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	240+50%	160
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RADEON X800GT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (RADEON X800GT) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RADEON X800GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON X800GT draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X800GT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin.

Feature	RADEON X800GT	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	0.3	55.9+18533%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON X800GT launched at $160 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The RADEON X800GT costs 83.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.0 (RADEON X800GT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1996.2% better value. The RADEON X800GT is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).