Radeon RX 6700S vs Radeon RX 7700S

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. 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 6700S

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

110%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

103%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

102%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

100%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

72%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

69%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7700S

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

129%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

123%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

118%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

117%

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

100%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 7700S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 6700S.

Insight	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 / 6nm)
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 6700S offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $300 versus $350 for the Radeon RX 7700S, it costs 14% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 13.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+13.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($300)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350)

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 6700S Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 7700S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6700S and Radeon RX 7700S

Radeon RX 6700S

The Radeon RX 6700S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,061 points.

Radeon RX 7700S

The Radeon RX 7700S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 2500 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,527 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 6700S scores 15,061 and the Radeon RX 7700S reaches 15,527 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 6700S is built on RDNA 2.0 while the Radeon RX 7700S uses RDNA 3.0, both on 7 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7700S). Raw compute: 7.168 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 20.48 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7700S). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 2500 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 32 (Radeon RX 7700S).

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
G3D Mark Score	15,061	15,527+3%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	RDNA 3.0
Process Node	7 nm	6 nm
Shading Units	1792	2048+14%
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.168 TFLOPS	20.48 TFLOPS+186%
Boost Clock	2000 MHz	2500 MHz+25%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	112	128+14%
L1 Cache	512 KB	512 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	28	32+14%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smoothen motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 3 (Native)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 7700S) — a 28.6% advantage for the Radeon RX 7700S. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s	288 GB/s+29%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_2) (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (Radeon RX 7700S). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
DirectX	12 (12_2)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: RDNA 2 Media Engine (Radeon RX 6700S) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7700S). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 6700S) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (Radeon RX 7700S).

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
Encoder	RDNA 2 Media Engine	VCN 4.0
Decoder	VCN 3.0	VCN 4.0
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6700S draws 80W versus the Radeon RX 7700S's 100W — a 22.2% difference. The Radeon RX 6700S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 650W (Radeon RX 7700S). Power connectors: Mobile vs Mobile.

Feature	Radeon RX 6700S	Radeon RX 7700S
TDP	80W-20%	100W
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	Mobile	Mobile
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	188.3+21%	155.3

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6700S launched at $479 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon RX 7700S launched at $449 and now averages $350. The Radeon RX 6700S costs 14.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.2 (Radeon RX 6700S) vs 44.4 (Radeon RX 7700S) — the Radeon RX 6700S offers 13.1% better value. The Radeon RX 7700S is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).