RTXA5000-24Q vs Radeon R9 270X

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 RTXA5000-24Q is positioned at rank #331 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 RTXA5000-24Q

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L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

81%

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

11452%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

100%

#333

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

99%

#334

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

98%

#335

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

98%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

98%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

97%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

96%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

95%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

91%

#341

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

89%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

84%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

83%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

82%

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GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

81%

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 RTXA5000-24Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2013). The RTXA5000-24Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 270X lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 270X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-24Q.

Insight	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R9 270X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $2,100 for the RTXA5000-24Q, it costs 98% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 5227.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+5227.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,100)	✅More affordable ($40)

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.

RTXA5000-24Q Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTXA5000-24Q and Radeon R9 270X

RTXA5000-24Q

The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.

Radeon R9 270X

The Radeon R9 270X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1050 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,874 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The RTXA5000-24Q scores 4,803 and the Radeon R9 270X reaches 4,874 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTXA5000-24Q is built on Ampere while the Radeon R9 270X uses GCN 1.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q) vs 1,280 (Radeon R9 270X). Raw compute: 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q) vs 2.688 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 270X). Boost clocks: 1695 MHz vs 1050 MHz.

Feature	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
G3D Mark Score	4,803	4,874+1%
Architecture	Ampere	GCN 1.0
Process Node	8 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	8192+540%	1280
Compute (TFLOPS)	27.77 TFLOPS+933%	2.688 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1695 MHz+61%	1050 MHz
ROPs	96+200%	32
TMUs	256+220%	80
L1 Cache	8 MB+2481%	0.31 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+1100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTXA5000-24Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 270X has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 270X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon R9 270X) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	6 MB+1100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The RTXA5000-24Q draws 230W versus the Radeon R9 270X's 180W — a 24.4% difference. The Radeon R9 270X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTXA5000-24Q) vs 500W (Radeon R9 270X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	RTXA5000-24Q	Radeon R9 270X
TDP	230W	180W-22%
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	—	241mm
Height	—	109mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	80 C
Perf/Watt	20.9	27.1+30%

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Value Analysis

The RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721 MSRP and currently averages $2100, while the Radeon R9 270X launched at $199 and now averages $40. The Radeon R9 270X costs 98.1% less ($2060 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) vs 121.8 (Radeon R9 270X) — the Radeon R9 270X offers 5195.7% better value. The RTXA5000-24Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2013).