GPU comparison · 1080p benchmark
Compare RX 5700 XT 8GB and RX 6700 XT 12GB using GPUsed's recorded model-level benchmark FPS. See the percentage difference, then open the full comparison tool if you want to choose another card.
RX 6700 XT 12GB recorded 195 FPS against 152 FPS for RX 5700 XT 8GB. These are continuous 1080p benchmark averages, not predicted FPS in any particular game.
RX 5700 XT 8GB
152Benchmark FPS at 1080p- Benchmark score
- 19.4 / 100
- Graphics memory
- 8GB
- Released
- July 2019
RX 6700 XT 12GB
195Benchmark FPS at 1080p- Benchmark score
- 24.9 / 100
- Graphics memory
- 12GB
- Released
- March 2021
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What does this comparison mean?
The 6700 XT moves beyond the 5700 XT's 8GB with 12GB and a measured uplift. The decision is an upgrade within Radeon rather than a simple rebrand.
RX 5700 XT 8GB has 8GB and RX 6700 XT 12GB has 12GB of graphics memory. Memory capacity, board dimensions, power connectors and the price of a particular used card are separate from this benchmark. Compare the exact item before deciding whether to upgrade.
The two GPUs in context
RX 5700 XT 8GB
The 8GB RX 5700 XT launched RDNA with an attractive jump from Vega-era efficiency and strong raster gaming value. Its reference blower ran hot and loud, but partner cards helped establish a durable reputation.
RX 6700 XT 12GB
The 12GB RX 6700 XT brought a larger buffer and strong 1440p raster capability to AMD's middle-high tier. It faced difficult launch-era pricing and supply, but its generous memory made the model a lasting comparison point.
Release dates: RX 5700 XT 8GB source · RX 6700 XT 12GB source.
How the figures are compared
Both FPS figures come from the owner-supplied GPUsed benchmark dataset. GPUsed reports a continuous FurMark run at 1080p for its physical-card checks. The percentage above compares the higher model average with the lower one; the score scales every model against the fastest GPU in the current dataset, which scores 100. A benchmark result does not predict gaming FPS, and the percentage may change with the benchmark dataset.