RADEON X850 XT vs RADEON X800 GT
RADEON X850 XT
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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 X850 XT is positioned at rank 739 and the RADEON X800 GT is on rank 361, so the RADEON X800 GT offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X850 XT
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X800 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON X850 XT.
| Insight | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| 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 | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X800 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $50 for the RADEON X850 XT, it costs 70% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 245.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+245.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 X850 XT and RADEON X800 GT
RADEON X850 XT
The RADEON X850 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 81 points.
RADEON X800 GT
The RADEON X800 GT 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: 84 points. Launch price was $649.
Graphics Performance
The RADEON X850 XT scores 81 and the RADEON X800 GT reaches 84 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RADEON X850 XT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the RADEON X800 GT uses RDNA 2.0, both on a 7 nm process. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON X850 XT) vs 4,608 (RADEON X800 GT). Raw compute: 13.21 TFLOPS (RADEON X850 XT) vs 20.74 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 GT). Boost clocks: 2581 MHz vs 2250 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (RADEON X850 XT) vs 72 (RADEON X800 GT).
| Feature | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 81 | 84+4% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 4608+80% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 13.21 TFLOPS | 20.74 TFLOPS+57% |
| Boost Clock | 2581 MHz+15% | 2250 MHz |
| ROPs | 64 | 128+100% |
| TMUs | 160 | 288+80% |
| L1 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40 | 72+80% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 3 MB (RADEON X850 XT) vs 4 MB (RADEON X800 GT) — the RADEON X800 GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X850 XT draws 165W versus the RADEON X800 GT's 300W — a 58.1% difference. The RADEON X850 XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X850 XT) vs 350W (RADEON X800 GT). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W-45% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 186mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.5+67% | 0.3 |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X850 XT launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the RADEON X800 GT launched at $249 and now averages $15. The RADEON X800 GT costs 70% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.6 (RADEON X850 XT) vs 5.6 (RADEON X800 GT) — the RADEON X800 GT offers 250% better value. The RADEON X850 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | RADEON X850 XT | RADEON X800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $249-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $15-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.6 | 5.6+250% |
| Codename | Navi 22 | Navi 21 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | October 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #103 | #42 |
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