AMD
Radeon RX 7900 XTX vs ATI Radeon HD 3850
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
ATI Radeon HD 3850
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 7900 XTX outperforms ATI Radeon HD 3850 by 100% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+100%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 7900 XTX vs ATI Radeon HD 3850: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 shows a 100% advantage for RX 7900 XTX in gaming performance, while ATI Radeon HD 3850 may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
7839
73100
85100
10013
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA
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Real public setups linked to each device.
COMPARISON RESULT
RX 7900 XTX is the best overall choice
RX 7900 XTX leads in combined game performance. ATI Radeon HD 3850 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RX 7900 XTX leads in the combined performance index
ATI Radeon HD 3850 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 5–10of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Radeon RX 7900 XTX
128 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
ATI Radeon HD 3850
100/100 · Price $119The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
78Better
39
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
63Better
34
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
60Better
32
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
73
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
79Better
62
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1—
HDMIHDMI 2.1a—
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingFSR—
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
TFLOPS61.39Better0.427
Power consumption355 W75 WBetter
Launch price$999$119Better
Shader units / cores6144Better320
ThicknessDual-slotSingle-slot
Power connector8+8 pin6 pin
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Release date20222007
ArchitectureRDNA 3.0TeraScale
Compute APIOpenCL 2.2—
VRAM24 GB GDDR6512 MB GDDR3Better
Clock speed1855 - 2499 MHzBetter670 MHz
Power consumption355 W75 WBetter
Die size529 mm²192 mm²Better
Base clock1855 MHzBetter670 MHz
Boost clock2499 MHzBetter670 MHz
Length287 mm208 mmBetter
Memory bus384 bitBetter256 bit
Memory bandwidth960 GB/sBetter53 GB/s
Memory cacheL1 250 KB, L2 6 MBL2 0.25 MBBetter
Memory frequency20 GHzBetter1,66 GHz
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 2x16
Process node5 nmBetter55 nm
Recommended PSU750 W250 WBetter
Transistor count57700 millionBetter666 million
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
USB Type-CYesNo
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RX 7900 XTXATI Radeon HD 3850
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
40 FPSEstimated 66%
23 FPSEstimated 64%
1080p Ultra
34 FPSEstimated 66%
20 FPSEstimated 64%
1440p Ultra
26 FPSEstimated 66%
11 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 66%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 7900 XTX325 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850196 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX225 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850138 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX168 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385077 FPSEstimated 66%RX 7900 XTX85 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385029 FPSEstimated 63%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 7900 XTX205 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850127 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX183 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850109 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX127 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385056 FPSEstimated 66%RX 7900 XTX61 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 63%
Forza Horizon 5RX 7900 XTX253 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850160 FPSEstimated 78%RX 7900 XTX173 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850104 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX153 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385070 FPSEstimated 66%RX 7900 XTX117 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385043 FPSEstimated 63%
God of War RagnarökRX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 7900 XTX167 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 3850104 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX140 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385087 FPSEstimated 72%RX 7900 XTX112 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385050 FPSEstimated 66%RX 7900 XTX66 FPSEstimated 82%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 63%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 7900 XTX40 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385023 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX34 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385020 FPSEstimated 64%RX 7900 XTX26 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 385011 FPSEstimated 58%RX 7900 XTX15 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 38505 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100783967%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100823385%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100843290%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10010013154%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1007310031%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 1008827106%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 1008728103%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100843290%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 1009024116%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100853193%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
UpscalingFSR—
Compute APIOpenCL 2.2—
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 3.0TeraScale
Process node5 nmBetter55 nm
Release date20222007
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count57700 millionBetter666 million
Die size529 mm²192 mm²Better
Shader units / cores6144Better320
Base clock1855 MHzBetter670 MHz
Boost clock2499 MHzBetter670 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 2x16
Length287 mm208 mmBetter
ThicknessDual-slotSingle-slot
Recommended PSU750 W250 WBetter
Power connector8+8 pin6 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1a—
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1—
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 7900 XTX and ATI Radeon HD 3850 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM24 GB GDDR6512 MB GDDR3Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Memory bus384 bitBetter256 bit
TFLOPS61.39Better0.427
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RX 7900 XTX or ATI Radeon HD 3850?+
RX 7900 XTX has the higher overall gaming score, while ATI Radeon HD 3850 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RX 7900 XTX is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RX 7900 XTX is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RX 7900 XTX offers more overall performance, while RX 7900 XTX offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RX 7900 XTX is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
ATI Radeon HD 3850 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RX 7900 XTX leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 7900 XTX can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RX 7900 XTX is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
ATI Radeon HD 3850 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
ATI Radeon HD 3850 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RX 7900 XTX if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.