Radeon RX 7600 vs Radeon RX 5600

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 Radeon RX 7600

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

109%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

105%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

104%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

104%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

103%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

103%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

102%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

101%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

100%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

100%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

99%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

99%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

97%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

97%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

97%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

96%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

95%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

94%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

93%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

93%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

91%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

91%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

90%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

90%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 5600

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

113%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

100%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 7600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 41.1% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 5600.

Insight	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+41.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-41.1%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) / 7nm)
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 5600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $250 for the Radeon RX 7600, it costs 40% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 18.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+18.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)	✅More affordable ($150)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 7600 and Radeon RX 5600

Radeon RX 7600

The Radeon RX 7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2655 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,581 points. Launch price was $269.

Radeon RX 5600

The Radeon RX 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 7 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1035 MHz to 1265 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,753 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 7600 scores 16,581 versus the Radeon RX 5600's 11,753 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 41.1%. The Radeon RX 7600 is built on RDNA 3.0 while the Radeon RX 5600 uses RDNA 1.0, both on 6 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600) vs 2,304 (Radeon RX 5600). Raw compute: 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600) vs 5.829 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 5600). Boost clocks: 2655 MHz vs 1265 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
G3D Mark Score	16,581+41%	11,753
Architecture	RDNA 3.0	RDNA 1.0
Process Node	6 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	2048	2304+13%
Compute (TFLOPS)	21.75 TFLOPS+273%	5.829 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2655 MHz+110%	1265 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	144+13%
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7600 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Radeon RX 5600 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 7600 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 5600 has 6 GB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Radeon RX 7600) vs 3 MB (Radeon RX 5600) — the Radeon RX 5600 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	288 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 7600) vs 12.1 (Radeon RX 5600). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
DirectX	12.2	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7600) vs VCN 2.0 (Radeon RX 5600). Decoder: VCN 4.0 vs VCN 2.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 7600) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 5600).

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
Encoder	VCN 4.0	VCN 2.0
Decoder	VCN 4.0	VCN 2.0
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 7600 draws 165W versus the Radeon RX 5600's 150W — a 9.5% difference. The Radeon RX 5600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (Radeon RX 7600) vs 500W (Radeon RX 5600). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	Radeon RX 7600	Radeon RX 5600
TDP	165W	150W-9%
Recommended PSU	550W	500W-9%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	241mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	100.5+28%	78.4

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the Radeon RX 5600 launched at $229 and now averages $150. The Radeon RX 5600 costs 40% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) vs 78.4 (Radeon RX 5600) — the Radeon RX 5600 offers 18.3% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).