AMD
Radeon RX 6700 XT vs GeForce 8800 GTX
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
8800 GTX
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 6700 XT outperforms 8800 GTX by 16% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+16%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 6700 XT vs GeForce 8800 GTX: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX shows a 16% advantage for RX 6700 XT in gaming performance, while 8800 GTX may still be stronger in efficiency and feature set. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMD
NVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
5043
7292
100100
8017
COMPARISON RESULT
RX 6700 XT is the best overall choice
RX 6700 XT leads in combined game performance. RX 6700 XT offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RX 6700 XT leads in the combined performance index
8800 GTX costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 61–66of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce 8800 GTX
118 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce 8800 GTX
100/100 · Price $79The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
50Better
43
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
42Better
37
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
40Better
35
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
72
92Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
64Better
63
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a—
HDMIHDMI 2.1—
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingFSR—
USB Type-CNoNo
DirectX12.210.0
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
TFLOPS13.21Better0.346
Power consumption230 W155 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Power connector6+8 pin6+6 pin
Release date20212006
ArchitectureRDNA 2.0Tesla
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 1.0, CUDA 1.0
Launch price$479$79Better
Shader units / cores2560Better128
Clock speed2321 - 2581 MHzBetter576 MHz
Base clock2321 MHzBetter576 MHz
Boost clock2581 MHzBetter576 MHz
VRAM12 GB GDDR6768 MB GDDR3Better
Memory frequency16 GHzBetter1,8 GHz
Memory bus192 bit384 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth384 GB/sBetter86 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 1x16
Power consumption230 W155 WBetter
Process node7 nmBetter90 nm
Recommended PSU550 W450 WBetter
Length267 mmBetter270 mm
Die size335 mm²Better484 mm²
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 3 MBL2 0.1 MBBetter
Transistor count17200 millionBetter681 million
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RX 6700 XT8800 GTX
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
25 FPSEstimated 66%
26 FPSEstimated 64%
1080p Ultra
21 FPSEstimated 66%
22 FPSEstimated 64%
1440p Ultra
16 FPSEstimated 66%
12 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
8 FPSEstimated 63%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 6700 XT212 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX216 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT149 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX152 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT116 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX85 FPSEstimated 66%RX 6700 XT49 FPSEstimated 71%8800 GTX32 FPSEstimated 63%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 6700 XT137 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX140 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT118 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX120 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT84 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX62 FPSEstimated 66%RX 6700 XT33 FPSEstimated 71%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 63%
Forza Horizon 5RX 6700 XT172 FPSEstimated 80%8800 GTX176 FPSEstimated 78%RX 6700 XT112 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX114 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT104 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX77 FPSEstimated 66%RX 6700 XT73 FPSEstimated 71%8800 GTX47 FPSEstimated 63%
God of War RagnarökRX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 6700 XT112 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX114 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT93 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX95 FPSEstimated 72%RX 6700 XT75 FPSEstimated 74%8800 GTX55 FPSEstimated 66%RX 6700 XT34 FPSEstimated 71%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 63%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 6700 XT25 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX26 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT21 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX22 FPSEstimated 64%RX 6700 XT16 FPSEstimated 66%8800 GTX12 FPSEstimated 58%RX 6700 XT8 FPSEstimated 63%8800 GTX5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100504315%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100603650%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100583647%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 1008017130%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100729224%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100633168%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100623361%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100583647%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100662978%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100593551%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.210.0
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
UpscalingFSR—
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 1.0, CUDA 1.0
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 2.0Tesla
Process node7 nmBetter90 nm
Release date20212006
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count17200 millionBetter681 million
Die size335 mm²Better484 mm²
Shader units / cores2560Better128
Base clock2321 MHzBetter576 MHz
Boost clock2581 MHzBetter576 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 1x16
Length267 mmBetter270 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU550 W450 WBetter
Power connector6+8 pin6+6 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1—
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a—
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 6700 XT and 8800 GTX with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM12 GB GDDR6768 MB GDDR3Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Memory bus192 bit384 bitBetter
TFLOPS13.21Better0.346
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RX 6700 XT or 8800 GTX?+
RX 6700 XT has the higher overall gaming score, while RX 6700 XT offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
8800 GTX is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
8800 GTX is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RX 6700 XT offers more overall performance, while RX 6700 XT offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
8800 GTX is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RX 6700 XT is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RX 6700 XT leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 6700 XT can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RX 6700 XT is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
8800 GTX is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
8800 GTX is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RX 6700 XT if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.