RTX 3090 vs RX 6950 XT
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (2020) and the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT (2022).
RTX 3090
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ More VRAM (24 GB vs 16 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (384-bit vs 256-bit)
RX 6950 XT
AMD High-end
- ✓ ~4% faster on average
- ✓ Lower power draw (335 W vs 350 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($1099 vs $1499)
- ✓ Newer (2022 vs 2020)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RX 6950 XT is around 4% faster than the RTX 3090 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 6950 XT offers more performance per dollar, and the RX 6950 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 6950 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 2 |
| Release year | 2020 | 2022 |
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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 RX 6950 XT better than the RTX 3090?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 6950 XT is about 4% faster than the RTX 3090 on average.
How much faster is the RX 6950 XT than the RTX 3090?
Roughly 4% 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 6950 XT delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.