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 Radeon HD 2600 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2013. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 283 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon HD 2600 XT is positioned at rank #677 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 Radeon HD 2600 XT

#666

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

7646%

#668

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6931%

#669

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

6913%

#673

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

6286%

#674

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

6243%

#676

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

100%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

100%

#678

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

96%

#679

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#680

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

96%

#681

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

94%

#682

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#683

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

91%

#684

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

86%

#685

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

83%

#686

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

80%

#687

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

77%

#688

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

75%

#689

GeForce 9450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

74%

#690

GeForce 9800 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $75

72%

#691

GeForce 7900 GS

MSRP: $259|Avg: $50

71%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

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

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 2600 XT specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 2600 XT scores 283 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 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Thames), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 480 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.696 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	Radeon HD 2600 XT
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	283
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Thames
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	480
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	8
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	725 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.696 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	17.40 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Transistor Count	716 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#883

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 2600 XT is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Radeon HD 2600 XT
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	48 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

The 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.

Specification	Radeon HD 2600 XT
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported

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Display & Media

Display outputs: .

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 2600 XT draws 25 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin.

Specification	Radeon HD 2600 XT
TDPPower consumption under load	25 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $199), the Radeon HD 2600 XT delivers 7 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #677 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #883 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon HD 2600 XT
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$199
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$40
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#677
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#883
Release Date	January 7 2013
Release Year	2013