RadeonT RX 6850M XT vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti

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.•
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Performance Per Dollar RadeonT RX 6850M XT

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Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

161%

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Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

155%

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Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

142%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

110%

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GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

107%

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RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

100%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The RadeonT RX 6850M XT likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% 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 GTX 980 Ti.

Insight	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $600 for the RadeonT RX 6850M XT, it costs 83% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 488% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+488%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)	✅More affordable ($100)

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.

RadeonT RX 6850M XT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 980 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RadeonT RX 6850M XT and GeForce GTX 980 Ti

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

The RadeonT 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: 13,992 points.

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 2 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1075 MHz. It has 2816 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,711 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT scores 13,992 and the GeForce GTX 980 Ti reaches 13,711 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RadeonT RX 6850M XT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 980 Ti uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 7 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs 2,816 (GeForce GTX 980 Ti). Raw compute: 13.21 TFLOPS (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs 6.06 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980 Ti). Boost clocks: 2581 MHz vs 1075 MHz.

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
G3D Mark Score	13,992+2%	13,711
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	7 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2560	2816+10%
Compute (TFLOPS)	13.21 TFLOPS+118%	6.06 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2581 MHz+140%	1075 MHz
ROPs	64	96+50%
TMUs	160	176+10%
L1 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the RadeonT 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 GTX 980 Ti lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 980 Ti has 6 GB. The RadeonT RX 6850M XT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit.

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+100%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
DirectX	12.2	12.1
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	1	4+300%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 3.0 (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs NVENC 3.0 (GeForce GTX 980 Ti). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980 Ti).

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Encoder	VCN 3.0	NVENC 3.0
Decoder	VCN 3.0	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT draws 165W versus the GeForce GTX 980 Ti's 250W — a 41% difference. The RadeonT RX 6850M XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 980 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.

Feature	RadeonT RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 980 Ti
TDP	165W-34%	250W
Recommended PSU	500W-17%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	85°C
Perf/Watt	84.8+55%	54.8

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Value Analysis

The RadeonT RX 6850M XT launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce GTX 980 Ti launched at $649 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti costs 83.3% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.3 (RadeonT RX 6850M XT) vs 137.1 (GeForce GTX 980 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 980 Ti offers 488.4% better value. The RadeonT RX 6850M XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).