GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
The Radeon RX 5700 XT is noticeably faster than the Radeon RX 6600, leading by roughly 18% in our performance index. The Radeon RX 6600, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $319 cheaper.
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Radeon RX 5700 XT vs Radeon RX 6600: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX 5700 XT vs Radeon RX 6600
The Radeon RX 5700 XT is noticeably faster, around 18% ahead of the Radeon RX 6600. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.
Price & Value
Right now the Radeon RX 6600 starts at $958 against $1,277 for the Radeon RX 5700 XT. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 6600 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~13% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 6600 still sits about $628 above its $330 MSRP. The Radeon RX 5700 XT still sits about $878 above its $399 MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The Radeon RX 6600 draws just 132W versus 225W for the Radeon RX 5700 XT, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Generation & Longevity
The Radeon RX 6600 is roughly 2 years newer than the Radeon RX 5700 XT, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 5700 XT or Radeon RX 6600?
Choose the Radeon RX 5700 XT if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 6600 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.