Radeon RX 7600
VS
Radeon RX Vega 5

Radeon RX 7600 vs Radeon RX Vega 5

AMD

Radeon RX 7600

2023Core: 1720 MHzBoost: 2655 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX Vega 5

2020Boost: 1400 MHz

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.

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

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 603.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 5.

InsightRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
Performance
Leading raw performance (+603.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-603.8%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm)
Vega (2017−2020) (7nm)
Ecosystem
✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon RX 7600 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 RX 7600 and Radeon RX Vega 5

AMD

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.

AMD

Radeon RX Vega 5

The Radeon RX Vega 5 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 1400 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,356 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 7600 scores 16,581 versus the Radeon RX Vega 5's 2,356 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 603.8%. The Radeon RX 7600 is built on RDNA 3.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 5 uses Vega, both on 6 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600) vs 320 (Radeon RX Vega 5). Boost clocks: 2655 MHz vs 1400 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
G3D Mark Score
16,581+604%
2,356
Architecture
RDNA 3.0
Vega
Process Node
6 nm
7 nm
Shading Units
2048+540%
320
Boost Clock
2655 MHz+90%
1400 MHz

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 Vega 5 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
Upscaling Tech
FSR 3 (Native)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)
Not Supported
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 Vega 5 has 0 MB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR6
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
288 GB/s
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 7600) vs 12 (FL 12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 5). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
DirectX
12.2+2%
12 (FL 12_1)
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4+33%
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7600) vs VCN 2.0 (Radeon RX Vega 5). Decoder: VCN 4.0 vs VCN 2.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 7600) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (Radeon RX Vega 5).

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
Encoder
VCN 4.0
VCN 2.0
Decoder
VCN 4.0
VCN 2.0
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1
H.264,H.265/HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 7600 draws 165W versus the Radeon RX Vega 5's 15W — a 166.7% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 5 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (Radeon RX 7600) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 5). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated.

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
TDP
165W
15W-91%
Recommended PSU
550W
1W-100%
Power Connector
8-pin
Integrated
Length
240mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
100.5
157.1+56%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the Radeon RX Vega 5 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 5 costs 100+% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 5) — the Radeon RX Vega 5 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).

FeatureRadeon RX 7600Radeon RX Vega 5
MSRP
$269
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$250
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
66.3
Infinity
Codename
Navi 33
Vega
Release
May 24 2023
January 7 2020
Ranking
#118
#716