GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
On raw speed the Radeon RX Vega 64 comes out dramatically faster — about 100% ahead of the Radeon RX 590. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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Radeon RX Vega 64 vs Radeon RX 590: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX Vega 64 vs Radeon RX 590
The Radeon RX Vega 64 is dramatically faster, around 100% ahead of the Radeon RX 590. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the Radeon RX Vega 64 is comfortable at 1080p, while the Radeon RX 590 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The Radeon RX Vega 64 packs 4,096 stream processors versus 2,304 on the Radeon RX 590.
Price & Value
The Radeon RX Vega 64 currently lists from $650 CAD, $140 CAD less than the Radeon RX 590 at $790 CAD. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the Radeon RX Vega 64 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 143%. The Radeon RX Vega 64 still sits about $151 CAD above its $499 CAD MSRP. The Radeon RX 590 still sits about $511 CAD above its $279 CAD MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the Radeon RX 590 is the gentler choice at 225W versus 295W. The Radeon RX Vega 64 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 295W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
Memory & Bandwidth
The Radeon RX Vega 64's memory is faster — 484 GB/s versus 256 GB/s (2048-bit vs 256-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 590 or Radeon RX Vega 64?
The Radeon RX Vega 64 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the Radeon RX 590 if you find it at a steep discount.