AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT vs XFX Radeon RX 6800 differences in specs

Comparison of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT operates at a base clock speed of 1.800 GHz and has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, while the XFX Radeon RX 6800 operates at a base clock speed of 1.800 GHz and has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is 250 W, while that of the XFX Radeon RX 6800 is 250 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

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Higher clock speed

1.800 GHz 1.700 GHz

Around 6% better clock speed

Top features of XFX Radeon RX 6800

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT XFX Radeon RX 6800

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT AMD Radeon RX 6800
GPU Chip	Navi 32 (RDNA 3) Navi 21
Execution units	60 60
Shader	7680 3840
Render Output Units	138 96
Texture Units	480 240

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	16 GB 16 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6 GDDR6
Memory Speed	18 Gbps 2 GHz
Memory Bandwith	640 GB/s 512 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.800 GHz 1.700 GHz
Boost Clock	2.500 GHz 2.105 GHz
Avg (Game) Clock	2.000 GHz 1.815 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	250 W 250 W
TDP (up)	-- 285 W
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial Axial
Fan 1	-- 3 x 85 mm
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent
Noise (Load)	-- 35 dB

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.3 2.3
HDMI Ports	-- 1x HDMI v2.1
DP Ports	-- 2x DP v1.4a
USB-C Ports	-- 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_2 (Ultimate) 12_2
Raytracing	Yes Yes
DLSS / FSR	Yes No
LED	No LED lighting Non addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
AV1	Decode / Encode Decode

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800 graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	-- 267 mm
Height	-- 120 mm
Width	-- 40 mm
Width (Slots)	-- 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and XFX Radeon RX 6800, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 4 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
Release date	2023 Q1/2021
Structure size	5 nm 7 nm
Part-no	-- RX-68LMATFD8
Documents	-- data sheet