Radeon RX 6800S vs Radeon RX 5700 XT

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 6800S

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

175%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

164%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

162%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

159%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

114%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

110%

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

78%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

76%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

71%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 5700 XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 6800S.

Insight	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 / 7nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) / 7nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (272mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 5700 XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $300 versus $800 for the Radeon RX 6800S, it costs 63% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 172.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+172.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800)	✅More affordable ($300)

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 6800S Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 5700 XT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6800S and Radeon RX 5700 XT

Radeon RX 6800S

The Radeon RX 6800S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1800 MHz to 2100 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,841 points.

Radeon RX 5700 XT

The Radeon RX 5700 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 7 2019. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1605 MHz to 1905 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,183 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 6800S scores 15,841 and the Radeon RX 5700 XT reaches 16,183 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 6800S is built on RDNA 2.0 while the Radeon RX 5700 XT uses RDNA 1.0, both on a 7 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 2,560 (Radeon RX 5700 XT). Raw compute: 8.602 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 9.754 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 5700 XT). Boost clocks: 2100 MHz vs 1905 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
G3D Mark Score	15,841	16,183+2%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	RDNA 1.0
Process Node	7 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	8.602 TFLOPS	9.754 TFLOPS+13%
Boost Clock	2100 MHz+10%	1905 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	160+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6800S 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 5700 XT lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
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)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 448 GB/s (Radeon RX 5700 XT) — a 75% advantage for the Radeon RX 5700 XT. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 4 MB (Radeon RX 5700 XT) — the Radeon RX 5700 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s	448 GB/s+75%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_2) (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 12 (Radeon RX 5700 XT). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
DirectX	12 (12_2)	12
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: RDNA 2 Media Engine (Radeon RX 6800S) vs VCE (Radeon RX 5700 XT). Decoder: RDNA 2 Media Engine vs UVD. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (Radeon RX 5700 XT).

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
Encoder	RDNA 2 Media Engine	VCE
Decoder	RDNA 2 Media Engine	UVD
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6800S draws 100W versus the Radeon RX 5700 XT's 225W — a 76.9% difference. The Radeon RX 6800S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 600W (Radeon RX 5700 XT). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	Radeon RX 5700 XT
TDP	100W-56%	225W
Recommended PSU	650W	600W-8%
Power Connector	Mobile	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	—	272mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	75°C
Perf/Watt	158.4+120%	71.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6800S launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the Radeon RX 5700 XT launched at $449 and now averages $300. The Radeon RX 5700 XT costs 62.5% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.8 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 53.9 (Radeon RX 5700 XT) — the Radeon RX 5700 XT offers 172.2% better value. The Radeon RX 6800S is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).