RTX 3090 vs RX 6800 XT
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (2020) and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (2020).
RTX 3090
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ ~8% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (24 GB vs 16 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (384-bit vs 256-bit)
RX 6800 XT
AMD High-end
- ✓ Lower power draw (300 W vs 350 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($649 vs $1499)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 3090 is around 8% faster than the RX 6800 XT on average — a modest edge you may notice in demanding titles, but not a generational leap.
The RTX 3090 also carries more video memory (24 GB vs 16 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RX 6800 XT offers more performance per dollar, and the RX 6800 XT 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 3090 | RX 6800 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 2 |
| Release year | 2020 | 2020 |
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| FP32 compute | ||
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| Memory type | GDDR6X | 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 3090 better than the RX 6800 XT?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3090 is about 8% faster than the RX 6800 XT on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3090 than the RX 6800 XT?
Roughly 8% 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 XT delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.