RX 6700 XT Vs RTX 3060: We Tested Both

The AMD Radeon 6700 XT and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 were, at their release, absolute titans of their own era. From running high-end games at Ultra Presets to streaming 4K videos with ease, these beasts are used to deliver outstanding performances amongst all tests. Now, two years later, with newer GPUs and higher demanding titles, let’s see how the RX 6700 XT vs RTX 3060 can hold up in recent times.

Key Takeaways

In terms of average FPS across all tested resolutions, the RX 6700 XT achieves an average of 96 FPS, while the RTX 3060 trails behind with an average of 77 FPS.
Regarding power efficiency, the RTX 3060 is more efficient at both 1080p and 1440p, consuming 5.1% and 9.12% less power than the RX 6700 XT, respectively.
The RX 6700 XT is around $60 more expensive than the RTX 3060 in new condition.

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Comparison Table

Name	AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT	Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060
GPU	Navi 22	GA106
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Memory	12 GB GDDR6	12 GB GDDR6
Memory Clock	16 Gbps	15 Gbps
Memory Bandwidth	384 GB/s	360 GB/s
RT Cores	40	28
Transistors	17,200 million	12,000 million
Power Connector	1 x 12 pin	1 x 12 pin
Launch Year	March 18, 2021	Jan 12th, 2021
MSRP	$479	$329
Current Price	~$390	~$390
Best Variants	RX 6700 XT	RTX 3060

Differences In Specifications

VRAM: The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 both feature 12GB of GDDR6 memory. The RX 6700 XT has a 192-bit memory interface, while the RTX 3060 features a wider 256-bit memory interface. A wider memory interface can potentially improve memory throughput and performance.
TDP: The RX 6700 XT has a higher TDP of 230W, indicating potentially higher power consumption compared to the RTX 3060, which has a TDP of 170W. This difference in TDP may influence system power requirements and cooling solutions.
Clock Speed: The RX 6700 XT boasts significantly higher clock speeds with a core clock of 2321MHz and a boost clock of 2581MHz. In contrast, the RTX 3060 operates at a lower core clock of 1320MHz and a boost clock of 1777MHz, potentially impacting gaming performance., though the higher number of cores promises to make up for this on the 3060.
Fabrication Process: The RX 6700 XT is manufactured on TSMC’s 7nm process, while the RTX 3060 is fabricated on Samsung’s 8nm process. The difference in the fabrication process could have implications for power efficiency and thermal performance.
Other Differences: The RTX 3060 boasts more CUDA cores/shading units, with 3,584, compared to the RX 6700 XT’s 2,560. This difference may impact the GPU’s ability to handle complex computational tasks and gaming workloads.

Benchmarks – 1080p

There is no better alternative for checking the performance of graphics cards than putting them through benchmarks, which is exactly what we did using our trusty test bench and playing games at the 1080p resolution.

Test Rig

CPU: Intel Core i9-10900K
RTX 3060: Gigabyte RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12GB
RX 6700 XT: GigaByte Radeon RX 6700 XT Gaming OC 12G 1815Mhz
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15
RAM: Patriot Viper Steel [PVS416G360C7K] 32 Gb (8*4)
SSD: Samsung SSD 970 Evo M.2 NVMe, MZ-V7E1T0BW, 1 Tb
Motherboard: GIGABYTE Z490 GAMING X AX (LGA1200, ATX)
Benchtable: STREACOM BC1 Open Benchtable [ST-BC1.1S]
Capture Card: AVerMedia GC573

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Red Dead Redemption 2

RDR2 Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — Red Dead Redemption 2 – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

Starting off the list with one of the more popular titles, the RX 6700 XT achieves an admirable average of 78 FPS as opposed to the RTX 3060’s 63 FPS. A 23.8% boost in average FPS in the direction of the RX 6700 XT was witnessed in our first test, showcasing higher performance in this GPU-intensive game.
In the case of temperature stability, both GPUs are tied with an average temperature of 64°C.
Fulfilling its role as the more power-efficient GPU, the RTX 3060 utilizes 170W of power as compared to the RX 6700 XT’s 175W in our run of RDR2.

Player’s Unknown Battleground (PUBG)

Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — PUBG – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

Moving onto perhaps the most successful competitive game in recent years, the RX 6700 XT manages to score a neat victory in PUBG, averaging out at 188 FPS against the RX 6700 XT’s 157 FPS. This marks a 19.7% increment in average framerate the the RX 6700 XT.
As far as temperatures are concerned, the RTX 3060 does manage to run a bit cooler at 66°C as opposed to the RX 6700 XT’s 67°C.
Proving itself as the more power-efficient card, the RTX 3060 consumes around 171W of power, marginally lower than the RX 6700 XT’s 182W in our PUBG testing session.

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft’s revolutionary Flight Simulator had the RX 6700 XT once again dominating the scene by attaining an average of 65 FPS as opposed to the RTX 3060’s 58 FPS. The RX 6700 XT shows a 12.1% enhancement in regards to average FPS, securing the top spot in our test of this game.
The RX 6700 XT runs slightly warmer at 66°C while the RTX 3060 reaches temperatures up to 63°C.
A sharp increase in power usage, from 156W to 178W, is seen in the RX 6700 XT, owing to a greater clock frequency.

GTA V

GTA 5 Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — GTA V – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

We’re witnessing a surprising turn of events as the RTX 3060 takes the lead in GTA V. The Nvidia GPU achieves an impressive average of 144 FPS, surpassing its competitor’s 124 FPS. This results in the RTX 3060 claiming a remarkable 16.1% superiority in average framerate.
Furthermore, the RTX 3060 not only excels in performance but also runs cooler at a temperature of 61°C, outperforming the RX 6700 XT’s 64°C.
It’s worth noting that performance is directly linked to power consumption, and in this regard, the RTX 3060 consumes more power this time around, drawing 137W compared to the RX 6700 XT’s 114W.

Also Read: Radeon RX 6700 XT Vs GeForce RTX 3080

Fortnite

In our testing, the RX 6700 XT outperforms the RTX 3060, delivering 167 FPS, showcasing a remarkable 42% performance advantage against the 118 FPS average of the 3060.
Our tests reveal that the RX 6700 XT runs at a temperature of 67°C, slightly warmer than the RTX 3060’s 62°C.
When it comes to power consumption, we observed that the RX 6700 XT consumes 178W, noticeably higher than the RTX 3060’s 150W, a crucial consideration for power-conscious users.

Cyberpunk 2077

Our extensive testing in the world of Cyberpunk 2077 reveals the RX 6700 XT achieving an impressive 86 FPS, surpassing the RTX 3060’s 71 FPS by a significant 21.1% increase in average framerate.
Temperature-wise, the RX 6700 XT exhibits a negligible rise, from the RTX 3060’s 65°C to 66°C.
In terms of power consumption, our tests indicate that the RX 6700 XT consumes 177W, whereas the RTX 3060 draws a more conservative 170W.

Call Of Duty Warzone

COD:W Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — Call of Duty Warzone – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

In our testing of COD Warzone, the RX 6700 XT reigns supreme with an impressive average of 171 FPS, surpassing the RTX 3060’s 129 FPS by a significant 32.6% increase in average framerate.
The RX 6700 XT’s temperature remains at a manageable 65°C, slightly warmer than the RTX 3060’s cooler 61°C.
Surprisingly, the RX 6700 XT consumes relatively less power at 134W compared to the RTX 3060’s 137W.

Battlefield V

Battlefield 5 Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — Battlefield V – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

In our Battlefield V testing, the RX 6700 XT emerges as the dominant force, boasting an impressive average of 187 FPS, leaving the RTX 3060 trailing behind at 144 FPS, a significant 30% increase in average FPS in favor of the RX 6700 XT.
The RX 6700 XT manages its temperature at a slightly higher but still manageable 64°C, while the RTX 3060 runs at 63°C.
Surprisingly, the RTX 3060 takes the lead in power efficiency in this segment, consuming 157W, while the RX 6700 XT performs comparatively less efficiently at 163W, a factor to consider for users concerned about power consumption.

Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla

AC:V Avg FPS, Temp, power Consumption — Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla – Image Credits [Tech4Gamers]

In the benchmark of Ubisoft’s highly successful series, the RX 6700 XT secures another convincing win with an average of 98 FPS, leaving the RTX 3060 far behind at just 66 FPS. This remarkable 48.5% increase in average FPS solidifies the RX 6700 XT’s dominance in the 1080p section.
While the RX 6700 XT’s performance is impressive, it manages to maintain a relatively cool temperature of 66°C, highlighting its efficient cooling capabilities. On the other hand, the RTX 3060 also impresses with a cooler temperature of 59°C.
When it comes to power consumption, the RTX 3060 takes the lead once more, drawing only 123W compared to the RX 6700 XT’s higher consumption of 147W.

Also Read: RX 6700 XT Vs RTX 3070

Benchmarks – 1440p

Now that the 1080p tests are out of the way, it’s time to take things up a notch. Tests on 1440p, a sweet spot for gamers, will go a long way in revealing the toughness of the two contenders’ mettle.