GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the Radeon RX 6650 XT comes out significantly faster — about 27% ahead of the Radeon RX 5700. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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VS
Price
€426
Performance
15%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+60% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 280 GB/s)
+13% Stream Processors (2,304 vs 2,048)
AMD
Radeon RX 6650 XT
Price
€443
Performance
19%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+53% Boost Clock (2,635 MHz vs 1,725 MHz)

Radeon RX 6650 XT vs Radeon RX 5700: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: Radeon RX 6650 XT vs Radeon RX 5700

The Radeon RX 6650 XT is significantly faster, around 27% ahead of the Radeon RX 5700. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 5700 currently lists from $426 EUR, $17 EUR less than the Radeon RX 6650 XT at $443 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the Radeon RX 6650 XT wins on performance-per-dollar by about 22%. The Radeon RX 5700 still sits about $77 EUR above its $349 EUR MSRP.

Memory & Bandwidth

The Radeon RX 5700's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 280 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The Radeon RX 6650 XT is roughly 3 years newer than the Radeon RX 5700 (RDNA 2 vs RDNA), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: Radeon RX 5700 or Radeon RX 6650 XT?

The Radeon RX 6650 XT 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 5700 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Radeon RX 6650 XT better than the Radeon RX 5700?

The Radeon RX 6650 XT is significantly faster, roughly 27% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 5700 or the Radeon RX 6650 XT?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the Radeon RX 6650 XT worth the extra $17 EUR over the Radeon RX 5700?

Often yes — despite the higher price the Radeon RX 6650 XT delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationRadeon RX 5700Radeon RX 6650 XT
ArchitectureRDNARDNA 2
Process NodeTSMC N7TSMC N7
CUDA Cores (Stream Processors / Stream Processors)2,3042,048
Ray Tracing Cores32

Clock Speeds

SpecificationRadeon RX 5700Radeon RX 6650 XT
Base Clock1,465 MHz2,055 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz2,635 MHz

Memory

SpecificationRadeon RX 5700Radeon 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

SpecificationRadeon RX 5700Radeon RX 6650 XT
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x8
TDP180 W180 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2019May 2022