Radeon Xpress 1300 vs Radeon X1600

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1600

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

29016%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

27876%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

27552%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

27504%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

27448%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

27292%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

26948%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26848%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26600%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

26528%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

26208%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

26152%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

25680%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

25664%

#349

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

32000%

#364

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

100%

#365

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

100%

#366

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

92%

#367

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

84%

#368

RADEON X800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $20

80%

#369

RADEON X800 XL

MSRP: $349|Avg: $15

80%

#370

RADEON 9600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

72%

#371

RADEON X800 PRO

MSRP: $399|Avg: $15

64%

#372

GeForce FX 5200LE

MSRP: $43|Avg: $25

64%

#373

GeForce FX 5200SE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

48%

#374

RADEON 9800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $30

44%

#375

GeForce FX 5200

MSRP: $70|Avg: $25

44%

#376

GeForce PCX 5300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

40%

#377

GeForce FX 5900

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

36%

#378

GeForce FX 5600 Ultra

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

36%

#379

GeForce FX 5100

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

32%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Xpress 1300 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 Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+6.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.1%)
Longevity	RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (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 Xpress 1300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $49 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6.1% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1600.

Insight	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 Xpress 1300 Benchmark Check

Radeon X1600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Xpress 1300 and Radeon X1600

Radeon Xpress 1300

The Radeon Xpress 1300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 4 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 85W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 52 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon Xpress 1300 scores 52 versus the Radeon X1600's 49 — the Radeon Xpress 1300 leads by 6.1%. The Radeon Xpress 1300 is built on RDNA 1.0 while the Radeon X1600 uses RDNA 2.0, both on a 7 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs 4,608 (Radeon X1600). Raw compute: 4.224 TFLOPS (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs 19.4 TFLOPS (Radeon X1600). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 2105 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
G3D Mark Score	52+6%	49
Architecture	RDNA 1.0	RDNA 2.0
Process Node	7 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	1280	4608+260%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.224 TFLOPS	19.4 TFLOPS+359%
Boost Clock	1650 MHz	2105 MHz+28%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	80	288+260%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs 9_0c (Radeon X1600). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
DirectX	9.0c	9_0c
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs Avivo (Radeon X1600). Decoder: Avivo vs Avivo.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
Encoder	None	Avivo
Decoder	Avivo	Avivo
Codecs	MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Xpress 1300 draws 85W versus the Radeon X1600's 255W — a 100% difference. The Radeon Xpress 1300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs 350W (Radeon X1600). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 168mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1300	Radeon X1600
TDP	85W-67%	255W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	168mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	0.6+200%	0.2

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Xpress 1300 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon X1600 launched at $199 and now averages $49. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.1 (Radeon Xpress 1300) vs 1.0 (Radeon X1600) — the Radeon Xpress 1300 offers 10% better value.