GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for Radeon RX 6950 XT and Radeon RX 7900 GRE.
The Radeon RX 6950 XT and Radeon RX 7900 GRE trade blows on raw performance, landing within a few percent of each other. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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Radeon RX 7900 GRE vs Radeon RX 6950 XT: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX 7900 GRE vs Radeon RX 6950 XT
The Radeon RX 6950 XT and Radeon RX 7900 GRE post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p gaming.
Price & Value
The Radeon RX 7900 GRE currently lists from $231,051 JPY, $45,519 JPY less than the Radeon RX 6950 XT at $276,570 JPY. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the Radeon RX 7900 GRE wins on performance-per-dollar by about 23%. The Radeon RX 7900 GRE still sits about $230,502 JPY above its $549 JPY MSRP. The Radeon RX 6950 XT still sits about $275,471 JPY above its $1,099 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 260W against 335W, the Radeon RX 7900 GRE is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern RDNA 3 architecture on a TSMC N5 process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The Radeon RX 7900 GRE is roughly 2 years newer than the Radeon RX 6950 XT (RDNA 3 vs RDNA 2), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 6950 XT or Radeon RX 7900 GRE?
The Radeon RX 7900 GRE 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 6950 XT if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Radeon RX 7900 GRE better than the Radeon RX 6950 XT?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 6950 XT or the Radeon RX 7900 GRE?
Is the Radeon RX 6950 XT worth the extra $45,519 JPY over the Radeon RX 7900 GRE?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | Radeon RX 6950 XT | Radeon RX 7900 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | RDNA 2 | RDNA 3 |
| Process Node | TSMC N7 | TSMC N5 |
| CUDA Cores (Stream Processors / Stream Processors) | 5,120 | 5,120 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 80 | 80 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 160 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | Radeon RX 6950 XT | Radeon RX 7900 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,860 MHz✓ | 1,287 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,310 MHz✓ | 2,245 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | Radeon RX 6950 XT | Radeon RX 7900 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 18 Gbps | 18 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 576 GB/s | 576 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | Radeon RX 6950 XT | Radeon RX 7900 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 335 W | 260 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 2x 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Released | May 2022 | Feb 2024 |