GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
The Radeon RX 5700 XT is dramatically faster than the Radeon RX 590, leading by roughly 157% in our performance index.
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Radeon RX 5700 XT vs Radeon RX 590: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX 5700 XT vs Radeon RX 590
The Radeon RX 5700 XT is dramatically faster, around 157% ahead of the Radeon RX 590. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the Radeon RX 5700 XT is comfortable at 1080p, while the Radeon RX 590 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The Radeon RX 5700 XT packs 2,560 stream processors versus 2,304 on the Radeon RX 590.
Memory & Bandwidth
The Radeon RX 5700 XT's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 5700 XT or Radeon RX 590?
The Radeon RX 5700 XT is the faster card by about 157%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.