RADEON X850 XT
AMD
G3D Mark
81
MSRP
$499
AVG Price
$50
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 X850 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 81 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The RADEON X850 XT is positioned at rank #739 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 X850 XT
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of RADEON X850 XT specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The RADEON X850 XT scores 81 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 22), manufactured on a 7 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2560 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 160 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 13.21 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 2581 MHz from a base of 2321 MHz.
| Specification | RADEON X850 XT |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 81 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Navi 22 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 2560 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 160 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 64 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 2581 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 2321 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 13.21 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 413.0 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 17,200 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #103 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON X850 XT is equipped with 0.25 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | RADEON X850 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 |
| L1 Cache | 512 kB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0b— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | RADEON X850 XT |
|---|---|
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 9.0b |
Display & Media
Display outputs: DVIx 0, VGAx 1, S-Videox 2 — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays.
| Specification | RADEON X850 XT |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X850 XT draws 165 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 186mm long, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.
| Specification | RADEON X850 XT |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 165 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | Legacy |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 186mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 2-slot |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $50 (MSRP: $499), the RADEON X850 XT delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #739 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #103 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | RADEON X850 XT |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $50 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #739 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #103 |
| Release Date | January 4 2022 |
| Release Year | 2022 |
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