Radeon RX 6800

The release date of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 was on October 28th, 2020. This high-end graphics card is built using the 7 nm process and is based on the Navi 21 graphics processor. With DirectX 12 Ultimate capability, the Radeon RX 6800 guarantees support for hardware-raytracing, variable-rate shading, and more in upcoming video games. The GPU has 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs, as well as 60 raytracing acceleration cores. AMD has also paired the Radeon RX 6800 with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory connected using a 256-bit memory interface. This powerful graphics card has been highly anticipated by gamers and tech enthusiasts alike, and it is sure to deliver a superior gaming experience.

RX 6800 Release Date

With a power consumption rated at a maximum of 250 W, the RX 6800 draws power from 2x 8-pin power connectors. This graphics card is connected to the rest of the system using a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. In terms of VRAM, the RX 6800 features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is connected using a 256-bit memory interface. The card also has a dual-slot cooling solution, with dimensions of 267 mm x 120 mm x 40 mm. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C. The RX 6800's price at launch was 579 US Dollars. List of RX 6800 specs: <ul> <li>GPU: Navi 21 XL</li> <li>Process: 7 nm</li> <li>Transistors: 26,800 million</li> <li>Cores: 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, 96 ROPs, and 60 raytracing acceleration cores</li> <li>VRAM: 16 GB GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Interface: 256-bit</li> <li>Base Clock: 1700 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 2105 MHz</li> <li>Power Connectors: 2x 8-pin</li> <li>Power Consumption: 250 W</li> <li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x USB Type-C</li> <li>Cooling: Dual-slot</li> <li>Dimensions: 267 mm x 120 mm x 40 mm</li> <li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li> <li>Price at Launch: 579 US Dollars</li> </ul>

RX 6800 Specs

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Radeon RX 7700 XT

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Radeon RX 6800 XT

The RX 6800 XT is a high-performance graphics card that was released in late 2020. While the exact release date varied depending on the region, the card was generally available for purchase in November 2020. The release of the RX 6800 XT marked AMD's return to the high-end graphics card market and was met with significant excitement from gamers and enthusiasts. The card is based on AMD's RDNA 2 architecture, which provides a significant boost in performance compared to previous generations. In addition to its impressive performance, the RX 6800 XT also features a range of advanced features, including ray tracing and variable-rate shading. Overall, the release of the RX 6800 XT was a major event in the world of graphics cards and represented a significant milestone for AMD.

RX 6800 XT Release Date

The card is based on AMD's RDNA 2 architecture and features 72 compute units, 4608 stream processors, and a base clock speed of 1825 MHz. In terms of memory, the RX 6800 XT comes equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, which provides ample memory for even the most demanding games and applications. The card also features a 256-bit memory interface and a memory bandwidth of 512 GB/s. In terms of power consumption, the RX 6800 XT has a TDP of 300W, which is relatively high but is in line with other high-end graphics cards. Overall, the RX 6800 XT is an impressive graphics card that offers exceptional performance and features. Here is a list of the RX 6800 XT specs: <ul> <li>Architecture: RDNA 2</li> <li>Compute Units: 72</li> <li>Stream Processors: 4608</li> <li>Base Clock Speed: 1825 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock Speed: 2250 MHz</li> <li>VRAM: 16 GB GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Interface: 256-bit</li> <li>Memory Bandwidth: 512 GB/s</li> <li>TDP: 300W</li> <li>Transistor Count: 26.8 billion</li> </ul>

RX 6800 XT Specs

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GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

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The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti was released on January 3rd, 2023. This high-performance GPU is built on the 5 nm process and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, ensuring compatibility with all modern games and upcoming features such as hardware-raytracing and variable-rate shading.

RTX 4070 Ti Release Date

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is based on the AD104 graphics processor, featuring 7680 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs. It also includes 240 tensor cores and 60 raytracing acceleration cores, making it ideal for machine learning applications and raytracing support. The GPU operates at a frequency of 2310 MHz, which can be boosted up to 2610 MHz, and is paired with 12 GB GDDR6X memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The card has a dual-slot design, draws power from a 16-pin connector, and has a maximum power draw of 285 W. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, and it connects to the system via a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. The card's dimensions are 285 mm x 112 mm x 42 mm, and it features a dual-slot cooling solution. The launch price for the RTX 4070 Ti was 799 US Dollars. <br><br><b>Specs:</b><ul><li>Graphics Processor: AD104-400-A1</li><li>Process: 5 nm</li><li>Shading Units: 7680</li><li>Texture Mapping Units: 240</li><li>ROPs: 80</li><li>Tensor Cores: 240</li><li>Raytracing Acceleration Cores: 60</li><li>Memory: 12 GB GDDR6X</li><li>Memory Interface: 192-bit</li><li>GPU Frequency: 2310 MHz (boostable to 2610 MHz)</li><li>Memory Frequency: 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective)</li><li>Power Connector: 1x 16-pin</li><li>Power Draw: 285 W</li><li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a</li><li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li><li>Dimensions: 285 mm x 112 mm x 42 mm</li><li>Cooling Solution: Dual-slot</li><li>Launch Price: 799 US Dollars</li></ul>

RTX 4070 Ti Specs

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GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

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GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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GeForce RTX 3080

The RTX 3080 graphics card was launched by NVIDIA on September 1st, 2020. As an enthusiast-class graphics card, the RTX 3080 is designed to deliver top-of-the-line performance for demanding applications such as gaming and professional content creation. The release of the RTX 3080 was highly anticipated by many in the tech community, as it marked a significant leap forward in terms of both performance and efficiency compared to previous generation graphics cards. Since its release, the RTX 3080 has become a popular choice among gamers and content creators looking for a powerful and reliable graphics card.

RTX 3080 Release Date

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a high-end graphics card that requires a maximum power draw of 320 W, and draws power from 1x 12-pin power connector. It has 10 GB GDDR6X VRAM and is connected to the rest of the system using a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. The card features a dual-slot cooling solution and has dimensions of 285 mm x 112 mm x 40 mm. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, making it compatible with a wide range of devices. <ul> <li>Power Consumption: 320 W maximum</li> <li>VRAM: 10 GB GDDR6X</li> <li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li> <li>Dimensions: 285 mm x 112 mm x 40 mm</li> <li>Cooling Solution: Dual-slot</li> <li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a</li> </ul>

RTX 3080 Specs

The recommended founder edition RTX 3080 power supply is 700W. However, RTX 3080 power consumption can vary from version to version. For example, the Gigabyte Aorus RTX 3080 Xtreme power draw is 370W and its recommended PSU is 750W. While the founder edition power consumption is 320W and the recommended PSU is 700W. Always do the research on your specific GPU version when choosing a power supply.

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Radeon RX 7900 XT

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NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 6800	15972	$369
Radeon RX 7700 XT	17245	$399
Radeon RX 6800 XT	19187	$605

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti	22706	$769
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	24426	$797
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	28531	$999

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