RTX 2080 Ti vs RX 6800
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (2018) and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (2020).
RX 6800
AMD High-end
- ✓ ~35% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (16 GB vs 11 GB)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($579 vs $999)
- ✓ Newer (2020 vs 2018)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RX 6800 is roughly 35% faster than the RTX 2080 Ti on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RX 6800 also carries more video memory (16 GB vs 11 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RX 6800 offers more performance per dollar, and the RX 6800 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | RTX 2080 Ti | RX 6800 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | RDNA 2 |
| Release year | 2018 | 2020 |
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| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
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Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RX 6800 better than the RTX 2080 Ti?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 6800 is about 35% faster than the RTX 2080 Ti on average.
How much faster is the RX 6800 than the RTX 2080 Ti?
Roughly 35% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RX 6800 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.