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 42% ahead of the Radeon RX 6650 XT. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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VS
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3070
Price
€544
Performance
27%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+188% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 2,048)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+60% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 280 GB/s)
Price
€443
Performance
19%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+53% Boost Clock (2,635 MHz vs 1,725 MHz)

GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 6650 XT: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 6650 XT

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 42% ahead of the Radeon RX 6650 XT. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the Radeon RX 6650 XT is better matched to 1080p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 6650 XT currently lists from $443 EUR, $101 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 3070 at $544 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 3070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 16%.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 6650 XT is the gentler choice at 180W 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.

Generation & Longevity

The Radeon RX 6650 XT is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3070 (RDNA 2 vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 3070 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 6650 XT 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 6650 XT?

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 6650 XT if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 better than the Radeon RX 6650 XT?

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, roughly 42% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the Radeon RX 6650 XT?

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 GeForce RTX 3070 worth the extra $101 EUR over the Radeon RX 6650 XT?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce RTX 3070 delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6650 XT
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA 2
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N7
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / Stream Processors)5,8882,048
Ray Tracing Cores4632
Tensor / AI Cores184

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6650 XT
Base Clock1,500 MHz2,055 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz2,635 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6650 XT
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps17.5 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s280 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 6650 XT
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x8
TDP220 W180 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedSep 2020May 2022