GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for Radeon RX 6800 and Radeon RX 6900 XT.
On raw speed the Radeon RX 6900 XT comes out significantly faster — about 29% ahead of the Radeon RX 6800. But the Radeon RX 6800 is the better value, undercutting it by $84,501 INR for the performance you get.
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Radeon RX 6900 XT vs Radeon RX 6800: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX 6900 XT vs Radeon RX 6800
The Radeon RX 6900 XT is significantly faster, around 29% ahead of the Radeon RX 6800. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The Radeon RX 6900 XT packs 5,120 stream processors versus 3,840 on the Radeon RX 6800. The Radeon RX 6900 XT also has more RT cores (80 vs 60), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.
Price & Value
The Radeon RX 6800 currently lists from $74,999 INR, $84,501 INR less than the Radeon RX 6900 XT at $159,500 INR. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 6800 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~65% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 6800 still sits about $74,420 INR above its $579 INR MSRP. The Radeon RX 6900 XT still sits about $158,501 INR above its $999 INR MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the Radeon RX 6800 is the gentler choice at 250W versus 300W. The Radeon RX 6900 XT is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 300W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 6800 or Radeon RX 6900 XT?
Choose the Radeon RX 6900 XT if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 6800 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Radeon RX 6900 XT better than the Radeon RX 6800?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 6800 or the Radeon RX 6900 XT?
Is the Radeon RX 6900 XT worth the extra $84,501 INR over the Radeon RX 6800?
Which is better for ray tracing, the Radeon RX 6900 XT or the Radeon RX 6800?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | Radeon RX 6800 | Radeon RX 6900 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | RDNA 2 | RDNA 2 |
| Process Node | TSMC N7 | TSMC N7 |
| CUDA Cores (Stream Processors / Stream Processors) | 3,840 | 5,120✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 60 | 80✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | Radeon RX 6800 | Radeon RX 6900 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,700 MHz | 1,825 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 2,105 MHz | 2,250 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | Radeon RX 6800 | Radeon RX 6900 XT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 512 GB/s | 512 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | Radeon RX 6800 | Radeon RX 6900 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 250 W✓ | 300 W |
| Power Connectors | 2x 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Released | Nov 2020 | Dec 2020 |