Radeon RX 6500 vs Radeon RX 580 2048SP

Radeon RX 6500

Radeon RX 580 2048SP

2018Core: 1168 MHzBoost: 1284 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon RX 6500

7,610

0.0%

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

Radeon RX 5300M

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

7,633

+0.3%

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

Radeon RX 5300M

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon RX 6500 is positioned at rank #118 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 RX 6500

#108

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

284%

#110

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

257%

#111

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

257%

#115

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

233%

#116

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

232%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

100%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

99%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

98%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is significantly newer (2018 vs 0). The Radeon RX 580 2048SP likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon RX 6500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (16 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 6500.

Insight	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	Legacy (Standard Node)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the Radeon RX 6500, it costs 60% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 150.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+150.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Radeon RX 6500 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 580 2048SP Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6500 and Radeon RX 580 2048SP

Radeon RX 6500

The Radeon RX 6500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in sem dados. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,610 points.

Radeon RX 580 2048SP

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1284 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,633 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 6500 scores 7,610 and the Radeon RX 580 2048SP reaches 7,633 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
G3D Mark Score	7,610	7,633

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6500 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 6500 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP has 16 GB. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 144 GB/s (Radeon RX 6500) vs 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — a 55.6% advantage for the Radeon RX 580 2048SP. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	16 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	144 GB/s	224 GB/s+56%
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 12 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
DirectX	12.2+2%	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (Radeon RX 6500) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6500) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP).

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Encoder	None	VCE 3.4
Decoder	VCN 3.0	UVD 6.3
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6500 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 580 2048SP's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon RX 6500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 6500) vs 450W (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 172mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.

Feature	Radeon RX 6500	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
TDP	75W-50%	150W
Recommended PSU	400W-11%	450W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	8-pin
Length	172mm	241mm
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	75°C-12%
Perf/Watt	101.5+99%	50.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6500 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP launched at $229 and now averages $60. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.7 (Radeon RX 6500) vs 127.2 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — the Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 150.9% better value.