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AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GBvsAMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

These graphics cards both offer 16 GB of video memory and hardware support for H.264, HEVC, and AV1. The choice between them comes down to a trade-off between power efficiency and raw compute power.

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Biggest differences

  • Memory bus width

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB128 bit
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT256 bit

  • Memory bandwidth

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    1.95×

    higher is better

    • AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB320 GB/s
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT624 GB/s

  • Shader cores

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    +88%

    higher is better

    • AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB2,048 cores
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT3,840 cores

  • Board power

    AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB leads

    −39%

    lower is better

    • AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB160 W
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT263 W

Where each one wins

  • AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

    • Launch price
    • Boost clock
    • Memory speed
    • Board power
    • Recommended PSU
    • PCIe version
    • HDMI version
    • DisplayPort version

  • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

    • Shader cores
    • FP32 compute
    • Memory bus width
    • Memory bandwidth
    • Last-level cache
    • DisplayPort outputs
    • Max displays

What both have

  • Video memory16 GB
  • Memory typeGddr6
  • Power connectors8-pin
  • PCIe lanes16 lanes
  • HDMI outputs1 ports
  • Hardware encodeH.264, HEVC, AV1

Every spec

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SpecAMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GBAMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2025-062023-09
Launch price349 USD1499 USD
Graphics chip

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Graphics chip specs

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ArchitectureRdna 4Rdna 3
Shader cores2,048 cores3,840 cores
Boost clock3,130 MHz2,430 MHz
Base clockNot published1,295 MHz
FP32 compute25.6 TFLOPS37.3 TFLOPS
Memory

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Memory specs

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Video memory16 GB16 GB
Memory typeGddr6Gddr6
Memory bus width128 bit256 bit
Memory bandwidth320 GB/s624 GB/s
Memory speed20 Gbps19.5 Gbps
Last-level cache32 MB64 MB
Power

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Board power160 W263 W
Recommended PSU450 W700 W
Power connectors8-pin8-pin
Interface

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PCIe version5.04.0
PCIe lanes16 lanes16 lanes
Display outputs

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HDMI version2.1b2.1a2
DisplayPort version2.1a2.13
HDMI outputs1 ports41 ports
DisplayPort outputs2 ports53 ports
Max displays3 displays4 displays
Video engine

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Hardware encodeH.264, HEVC, AV1H.264, HEVC, AV1
Video encodersNot publishedNot published
Size

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Card lengthNot published267 mm
Card heightNot publishedNot published
Slot widthNot published2.5 slots
Notes on 5 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB, Launch price: Launch MSRP was $349, but most 16GB models initially sold higher; Tom's Hardware saw them starting at $389.
  2. 2AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, HDMI version: AMD's spec page lists HDMI 2.1; its own press release and Notebookcheck state HDMI 2.1a.
  3. 3AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, DisplayPort version: Notebookcheck lists the DisplayPort 2.1 link rate as UHBR13.5; AMD notes DP 2.1 support depends on AIB designs.
  4. 4AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB, HDMI outputs: AMD sells no reference card; this is the reference-design I/O. Partner cards can differ (Sapphire Pulse: 2 HDMI, 1 DP).
  5. 5AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB, DisplayPort outputs: AMD sells no reference card; this is the reference-design I/O. Partner cards can differ (Sapphire Pulse: 2 HDMI, 1 DP).

Performance and Compute

The RX 7800 XT features 3,840 shader cores and delivers 37.3 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power, coming out ahead in raw processing capability. Meanwhile, the newer 9060 XT counters with a much higher boost clock of 3,130 MHz.

Buyers focused on raw multi-core compute numbers will find the older card stronger, while the newer model relies on clock speed advantages within its Rdna 4 architecture.

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Performance and Compute

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Memory and Interface

While both cards pack 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, the RX 7800 XT utilizes a wider 256-bit memory bus to deliver 624 GB/s of bandwidth and features 64 MB of last-level cache. The 9060 XT uses a narrower 128-bit bus with 32 MB of cache, though it achieves a slightly faster memory speed of 20 Gbps.

The older card wins out on memory bandwidth and cache size, which helps maintain high-resolution performance, but the newer model introduces PCIe 5.0 support.

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Memory and Interface

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Power and System Requirements

The RX 9060 XT 16GB requires a board power of just 160 W and a recommended power supply unit of 450 W, making it far easier on your system. By comparison, the RX 7800 XT draws 263 W and calls for a 700 W power supply.

Lower power draw means less heat and lower electricity costs, allowing builders to use a more modest power supply and simpler cooling setups.

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The Verdict

Buy the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB if you want lower power consumption and a modern PCIe 5.0 interface. Buy the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT if you need higher raw compute performance and a wider memory bus.

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FAQ

What are the power supply requirements for these cards?

The RX 9060 XT 16GB requires a 450 W power supply, whereas the RX 7800 XT requires a 700 W power supply.

Do both graphics cards support AV1 hardware encoding?

Yes, both models feature hardware encode support for H.264, HEVC, and AV1.

How do their memory capacities compare?

Both cards are equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 video memory.

Which card has a wider memory bus?

The RX 7800 XT features a 256-bit memory bus, while the RX 9060 XT 16GB uses a 128-bit bus.

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