Radeon RX 6850M XT vs GeForce RTX 2060

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 6850M XT

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

159%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

150%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

148%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

145%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

104%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

91%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

71%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

69%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

64%

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 6850M XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 22.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2060.

Insight	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+22.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-22.9%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 / 7nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $800 for the Radeon RX 6850M XT, it costs 85% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 442.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+442.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800)	✅More affordable ($120)

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 6850M XT Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6850M XT and GeForce RTX 2060

Radeon RX 6850M XT

The Radeon RX 6850M XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,350 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 17,350 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the Radeon RX 6850M XT leads by 22.9%. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 7 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 13.21 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 2581 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 240.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	17,350+23%	14,114
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Turing
Process Node	7 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2560+33%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	13.21 TFLOPS+105%	6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2581 MHz+54%	1680 MHz
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	160+33%	120
L1 Cache	0.5 MB	1.9 MB+280%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	40+33%	30

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT 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 GeForce RTX 2060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 6850M XT comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The Radeon RX 6850M XT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 28.6% advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+100%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	432 GB/s+29%	336 GB/s
Bus Width	192-bit	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 3.0 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	VCN 3.0	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	VCN 3.0	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6850M XT draws 165W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 3.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 72.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	165W	160W-3%
Recommended PSU	650W	500W-23%
Power Connector	Mobile	8-pin
Length	0mm	229mm
Height	0mm	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	72-10%
Perf/Watt	105.2+19%	88.2

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6850M XT launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 85% less ($680 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.7 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 441.9% better value. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).