RTX 3060 Ti vs RX 6800 XT
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (2020) and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (2020).
RTX 3060 Ti
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ Lower power draw (200 W vs 300 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($399 vs $649)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RX 6800 XT is roughly 41% faster than the RTX 3060 Ti on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RX 6800 XT also carries more video memory (16 GB vs 8 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 3060 Ti offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 3060 Ti 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 3060 Ti | RX 6800 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 2 |
| Release year | 2020 | 2020 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | ||
| Board power | ||
| Launch MSRP |
Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RX 6800 XT better than the RTX 3060 Ti?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 6800 XT is about 41% faster than the RTX 3060 Ti on average.
How much faster is the RX 6800 XT than the RTX 3060 Ti?
Roughly 41% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 3060 Ti delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.