ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB vs PNY RTX A5500 differences in specs

Comparison of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB operates at a base clock speed of 2.321 GHz and has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, while the PNY RTX A5500 operates at a base clock speed of 2.321 GHz and has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at 784 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB is 230 W, while that of the PNY RTX A5500 is 230 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB

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Higher clock speed

2.321 GHz 1.170 GHz

Around 50% better clock speed

Top features of PNY RTX A5500

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More memory

24 GB 12 GB

50% more memory

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB PNY RTX A5500

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 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 6700 XT NVIDIA RTX A5500
GPU Chip	Navi 22 XT GA102
Execution units	40 80
Shader	2560 10240
Render Output Units	64 96
Texture Units	160 320

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	12 GB 24 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6 GDDR6
Memory Speed	2 GHz 0 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	384 GB/s 768 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 384 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	2.321 GHz 1.170 GHz
Boost Clock	2.581 GHz 1.695 GHz
Avg (Game) Clock	2.424 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 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	230 W 230 W
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500, 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 Radial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	2 x 100 mm 1 x 65 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent --

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.3 2.3
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.1 --
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4a 4x DP v1.4a

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 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 12_2
Raytracing	Yes Yes
DLSS / FSR	No Yes
LED	Addressable LED No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500. 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
VP8	Decode / Encode Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode / Encode Decode
AV1	Decode Decode

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500 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	269 mm 267 mm
Height	134 mm 112 mm
Width	41 mm --
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	784 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger D 12GB and PNY RTX A5500, 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 4.0 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
Release date	Q1/2021 Q1/2022
Release price	-- 3,600 $
Structure size	7 nm 8 nm
Part-no	RX6700XT CLD 12G VCNRTXA5500-PB
Documents	data sheet data sheet