GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out dramatically faster — about 80% ahead of the Radeon RX 6600. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3070
Price
€525
Performance
27%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+229% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 1,792)
+100% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 224 GB/s)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
Price
€688
Performance
15%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+44% Boost Clock (2,491 MHz vs 1,725 MHz)

GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 6600: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 6600

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 80% ahead of the Radeon RX 6600. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the Radeon RX 6600 is better matched to 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3070 currently lists from $525 EUR, $163 EUR less than the Radeon RX 6600 at $688 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 3070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 136%. The Radeon RX 6600 still sits about $358 EUR above its $330 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 6600 is the gentler choice at 132W versus 220W. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 220W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 3070 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 6600 offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 6600?

The GeForce RTX 3070 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 6600 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 better than the Radeon RX 6600?

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, roughly 80% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the Radeon RX 6600?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the Radeon RX 6600 worth the extra $163 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6600
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA 2
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N7
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / Stream Processors)5,8881,792
Ray Tracing Cores4628
Tensor / AI Cores184

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6600
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,626 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz2,491 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6600
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s224 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6600
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x8
TDP220 W132 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedSep 2020Oct 2021