AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT vs AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT at a glance
This page compares the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT posts a median render score of 963 against 783 for AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, making it 23% faster. The medians are based on 11 and 6 community submissions.
AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT: 8 GB video memory, GDDR6, 1905 MHz boost clock, 225 W board power, released in 2019, launched at $399. AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT: 8 GB video memory, GDDR6, 2589 MHz boost clock, 160 W board power, released in 2021, launched at $379.
Our overall scores are 32 for Radeon RX 5700 XT and 33 for Radeon RX 6600 XT out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: too close to call; for office work: Radeon RX 6600 XT; for daily use: too close to call; for content creation: too close to call. Blender measures rendering rather than game frame rates, so treat the gaming result as a guide built from render performance and specifications.
Radeon RX 5700 XT vs Radeon RX 6600 XT FAQ
Which is faster, the Radeon RX 5700 XT or the Radeon RX 6600 XT?
In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT posts a median render score of 963 against 783 for AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, making it 23% faster. The medians are based on 11 and 6 community submissions.
Which uses more power, the Radeon RX 5700 XT or the Radeon RX 6600 XT?
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is rated at 225 W and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT at 160 W, so the Radeon RX 6600 XT draws 41% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.
How much did the Radeon RX 5700 XT and the Radeon RX 6600 XT cost at launch?
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT launched at $399 and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT at $379. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.
Is the Radeon RX 5700 XT or the Radeon RX 6600 XT better for gaming?
Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (23 and 21 out of 100). Blender is a rendering benchmark, so also look at independent game benchmarks.
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About this data
Benchmark numbers come from Blender Open Data, a public collection of results submitted by real users, shown as medians with the submission count. Specifications and launch prices are compiled from manufacturer information and may contain mistakes. See how it all works on thePC Parts Comparison page, or report an error through our contact page. This page contains affiliate links: if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.