Radeon X1600
AMD
G3D Mark
49
MSRP
$199
AVG Price
$49
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.
Overview
The Radeon X1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2105 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 255W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 49 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon X1600 is positioned at rank #364 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1600
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Radeon X1600 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon X1600 scores 49 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Aging generation graphics card. It is built on the RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) architecture (codename: Navi 21), manufactured on a 7 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 4608 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 288 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 19.4 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 2105 MHz.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 49 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Navi 21 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 4608 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 288 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 64 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 2105 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 19.4 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 606.2 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 23,000 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #34 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon X1600 is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 64-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
Advanced Features & APIs
The Radeon X1600 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 9_0c— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| FSR Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| AMD Fluid Motion Frames | ❌ Not Supported |
| FidelityFX Super Resolution | ✅ Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 9_0c |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | OpenGL 2.0 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | CrossFire |
Display & Media
Display outputs: DVIx 0, VGAx 1, S-Videox 2 — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: Avivo, decoder: Avivo— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| 0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors | DVIx |
| 1 PortsNumber of 1 display connectors | VGAx |
| 2 PortsNumber of 2 display connectors | S-Videox |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | Avivo |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | Avivo |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon X1600 draws 255 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 168mm long, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 255 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 168mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 1-slot |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $49 (MSRP: $199), the Radeon X1600 delivers 1 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #364 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #34 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Radeon X1600 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $49 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #364 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #34 |
| Release Date | October 28 2020 |
| Release Year | 2020 |
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