RTX 2080 vs RX 5600 XT
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (2018) and the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (2020).
RTX 2080
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ ~56% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 192-bit)
- ✓ More power-efficient
RX 5600 XT
AMD Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (150 W vs 215 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($279 vs $699)
- ✓ Newer (2020 vs 2018)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 2080 is roughly 56% faster than the RX 5600 XT on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RTX 2080 also carries more video memory (8 GB vs 6 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RX 5600 XT offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 2080 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 | RX 5600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | RDNA |
| Release year | 2018 | 2020 |
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| FP32 compute | ||
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| 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 RTX 2080 better than the RX 5600 XT?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 2080 is about 56% faster than the RX 5600 XT on average.
How much faster is the RTX 2080 than the RX 5600 XT?
Roughly 56% 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 5600 XT delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.