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$703
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$799
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Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce RTX 4070 and Radeon RX 6800, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce RTX 4070 +12%
41
12GB , 200W
Radeon RX 6800
36
16GB , 250W

GeForce RTX 4070 outperforms Radeon RX 6800 by a moderate 12% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the GeForce RTX 4070 with 12GB VRAM (Ada Lovelace architecture), against the Radeon RX 6800 with 16GB VRAM (RDNA 2 architecture). The GeForce RTX 4070 offers significantly better value for money with a 27% higher value score. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more power-efficient, consuming 200W compared to 250W. On this page, you will find detailed benchmark comparisons, technical specifications, value score analysis, and key differences to help you choose the right graphics card for your needs and budget.

Key Differences

An overview of the main advantages of each graphics card

Reasons to consider the GeForce RTX 4070

27% better value score (25 versus 20)
12% higher 3DMark score (17,846 versus 15,972)
20% lower power consumption (200W versus 250W)
$96 lower current price ($703 versus $799)
DLSS support with broader game compatibility and better performance scaling

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX 6800

33% more VRAM: 16GB versus 12GB

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

GeForce RTX 4070
+27% better value
25
Radeon RX 6800
20

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

GeForce RTX 4070
+12%
17,846
Radeon RX 6800
15,972

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification GeForce RTX 4070 Radeon RX 6800
Architecture Ada Lovelace RDNA 2
VRAM Size 12 GB 16 GB
TDP 200W 250W
Current Price $703
New • Amazon
$799
New • Amazon

Conclusion

But if raw gaming performance and future-proofing are more important – go for the GeForce RTX 4070. If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the Radeon RX 6800 with 16GB VRAM provides more headroom. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.