Gold vs Radiant Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 22.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Radiant Yellow is a little lighter, much more saturated than Gold.

Can I use Radiant Yellow instead of Gold?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 22). Radiant Yellow is a little lighter, much more saturated than Gold.

Can I use Gold instead of Radiant Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gold is a little darker, much more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.