AMD
Radeon RX 6800 vs Radeon RX 5600 XT
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
RX 5600 XT
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 6800 outperforms RX 5600 XT by 33% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+33%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 6800 vs Radeon RX 5600 XT: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT shows a 33% advantage for RX 6800 in gaming performance, while RX 5600 XT 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.
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
5340
7189
100100
8860
COMPARISON RESULT
RX 6800 is the best overall choice
RX 6800 leads in combined game performance. RX 6800 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RX 6800 leads in the combined performance index
RX 5600 XT costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 52–57of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Radeon RX 6800
152 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon RX 5600 XT
100/100 · Price $299The 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 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
53Better
40
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
45Better
35
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
42Better
33
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
71
89Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
66Better
61
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4a
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingFSRFSR
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CYesNo
Power consumption250 W150 WBetter
DirectX12.212.1
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS16.17Better7.188
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Power connector8+8 pin8 pin
Release date20202020
ArchitectureRDNA 2.0BetterRDNA 1.0
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 2.1
Launch price$579$299Better
Shader units / cores3840Better2304
Clock speed1700 - 2105 MHzBetter1130 - 1560 MHz
Base clock1700 MHzBetter1130 MHz
Boost clock2105 MHzBetter1560 MHz
VRAM16 GB GDDR6Better6 GB GDDR6
Memory frequency16 GHzBetter12 GHz
Memory bus256 bitBetter192 bit
Memory bandwidth512 GB/sBetter288 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Power consumption250 W150 WBetter
Process node7 nm7 nm
Recommended PSU600 W450 WBetter
Length267 mm267 mm
Die size520 mm²251 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 4 MBL2 3 MBBetter
Transistor count26800 millionBetter10300 million
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT 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 6800RX 5600 XT
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
26 FPSEstimated 66%
23 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
22 FPSEstimated 66%
19 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
17 FPSEstimated 66%
12 FPSEstimated 63%
4K Ultra
9 FPSEstimated 66%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 6800218 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT193 FPSEstimated 74%RX 6800153 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT135 FPSEstimated 74%RX 6800119 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT89 FPSEstimated 71%RX 680059 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT27 FPSEstimated 63%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 6800141 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT124 FPSEstimated 74%RX 6800121 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT107 FPSEstimated 74%RX 680086 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT64 FPSEstimated 71%RX 680040 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT18 FPSEstimated 63%
Forza Horizon 5RX 6800177 FPSEstimated 80%RX 5600 XT157 FPSEstimated 80%RX 6800115 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT102 FPSEstimated 74%RX 6800107 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT80 FPSEstimated 71%RX 680087 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT40 FPSEstimated 63%
God of War RagnarökRX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 6800115 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT102 FPSEstimated 74%RX 680096 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT85 FPSEstimated 74%RX 680077 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT58 FPSEstimated 71%RX 680040 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5600 XT18 FPSEstimated 63%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 680026 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT19 FPSEstimated 66%RX 680017 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT12 FPSEstimated 63%RX 68009 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5600 XT5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100534028%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100614530%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100634631%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100886038%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100718923%
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 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100694934%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100674833%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100634631%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100725134%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100644633%
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 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.1
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingFSRFSR
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 2.1
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 2.0BetterRDNA 1.0
Process node7 nm7 nm
Release date20202020
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count26800 millionBetter10300 million
Die size520 mm²251 mm²Better
Shader units / cores3840Better2304
Base clock1700 MHzBetter1130 MHz
Boost clock2105 MHzBetter1560 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Length267 mm267 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU600 W450 WBetter
Power connector8+8 pin8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 6800 and RX 5600 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM16 GB GDDR6Better6 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBetter192 bit
TFLOPS16.17Better7.188
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
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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 6800 or RX 5600 XT?+
RX 6800 has the higher overall gaming score, while RX 6800 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RX 6800 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?+
RX 6800 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 6800 offers more overall performance, while RX 6800 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RX 6800 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 6800 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RX 6800 leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 6800 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RX 6800 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 5600 XT 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?+
RX 5600 XT 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 6800 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.