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.

Overview

The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 9 2009. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 550 MHz. It has 800 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 192 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT is positioned at rank #697 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 Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT

#687

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

11309%

#689

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

10252%

#690

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

10225%

#694

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

9298%

#695

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9234%

#697

Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $12

100%

#698

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

97%

#699

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

97%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

95%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

95%

#702

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

93%

#703

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

93%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

92%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

92%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

90%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

86%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

85%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

85%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

83%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

81%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT scores 192 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the TeraScale (2005−2013) architecture (codename: M98), manufactured on a 55 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 800 ×2 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 40 ×2 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ×2 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.88 TFLOPS ×2 — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	192
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	TeraScale (2005−2013)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	M98
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	55 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	800 ×2
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	40 ×2
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16 ×2
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	550 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.88 TFLOPS ×2
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	22.00 ×2 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 1.1 x16
Transistor Count	956 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#818

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT is equipped with 0.25 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.25 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	160 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 10.0, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	10.0
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	3.3

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x VGA — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: Avivo HD, decoder: Avivo HD— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	Avivo HD
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	Avivo HD
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT draws 30W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 70°C under load.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
TDPPower consumption under load	30W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	70°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $12 (MSRP: $199), the Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT delivers 16 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #697 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #818 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$199
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$12
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#697
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#818
Release Date	January 9 2009
Release Year	2009