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GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G Review: Explore GPU Specs and Performance

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GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G
This is an in-depth review of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G, which began manufacturing in Q3/2021. It includes all the specifications and performance results based on contemporary benchmark assessments. The base clock frequency stands at 1.950 GHz+ 7 %. The GPU supports GDDR6 with 16 GB of graphics memory. The TDP is 300 W. We suggest comparing this GPU with other models on our site to determine the best performance.

GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G specs

The specifications of a graphics card play a vital role in deciphering its primary functions - assessing its efficiency in data processing, such as working with graphical applications, and its speed in gaming. Without scrutinizing these specifications, it becomes challenging to gauge its capabilities and discern any disparities from the current model. Hence, always rely on our comparison tool and recommendations to identify a swift, energy-efficient, and robust graphics card for enhancing your system.

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Discover details about the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G GPU chip, including rendering and texture output block counts, as well as its launch date and pricing.

Specification Value
Based on AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT
GPU Chip Navi 21
Execution units 80
Shader 5120
Render Output Units 128
Texture Units 320

Memory

Discover the memory specifications of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G, including type, capacity, bus size, frequency, and bandwidth. Note: For integrated graphics cards without dedicated memory, a portion of the system's RAM will be utilized.

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

Clock Speeds

Discover the base and maximum frequencies of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G graphics card. While these values may not be directly visible in the BIOS, diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide this information.

Specification Value
Base Clock 1.950 GHz+ 7 %
Boost Clock 2.525 GHz+ 12 %
Avg (Game) Clock 2.375 GHz+ 18 %
Overclocking Yes

Thermal Design

Learn about the Thermal Design Power (TDP) of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G graphics card. This crucial figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your GPU. It's essential to optimize your computer's ventilation and power supply based on TDP specifications for optimal performance.

Specification Value
TDP 300 W
TDP (up) 345 W
Tjunction max --
PCIe-Power 3 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

The type of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G cooling system, along with its size and performance. As a rule, fans with larger diameters have an advantage because they can move the same volumes of air while rotating more slowly than smaller fans. It should be noted that liquid cooling systems in addition to fans and aluminum radiators need some kind of pump, which can also be noisy.

Specification Value
Fan-Type --
Cooler-Type Water cooling
Fan 1 --
Noise (Idle) 0 dB / Silent
Fan 2 --
Noise (Load) 0 dB

Connectivity

Number and types of sockets for video output and connection in the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G.

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

Featureset

Explore the capabilities of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G GPU in this section. Plus, delve into its ray tracing support for lifelike light and shadow simulation. Note: Specific features may vary by manufacturer.

Specification Value
Max. resolution 7680x4320
DirectX 12_2
Raytracing Yes
DLSS / FSR No
LED GIGABYTE RGB Fusion

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G's support for popular codecs like h264, VP8, h265/HEVC, VP9, and AV1. Compatibility with these codecs alleviates the graphics card's workload during video playback or creation, leading to reduced power consumption and heat generation.

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

Dimensions

The sizes of the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G graphics card. With knowledge of the exact measurements of the graphics card, you can check whether it is possible to put it in the case of your PC. We have also added support for PCI Express bus.

Specification Value
Length 282 mm
Height 146 mm
Width 28 mm
Width (Slots) 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight --

Additional data

Discover details about the GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 6900 XT Xtreme Waterforce WB 16G, including its type (for desktops or laptops) and architecture, as well as its launch date and current price. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer via the provided link.

Specification Value
GPU Interface PCIe 4.0 x 16
Release date Q3/2021
Release price --
Structure size 7 nm
Part-no GV-R69XTAORUSX WB-16GD
Documents data sheet

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