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Aggregate performance score

We've compared Radeon RX 5600 XT and Radeon Vega Frontier Edition, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Radeon RX 5600 XT +9%
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6GB , 150W
Radeon Vega Frontier Edition
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16GB , 350W

Radeon RX 5600 XT outperforms Radeon Vega Frontier Edition by a moderate 9% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the Radeon RX 5600 XT with 6GB VRAM (RDNA 2 architecture), against the Radeon Vega Frontier Edition with 16GB VRAM (Vega architecture). Both graphics cards offer competitive value for their respective price points. The Radeon RX 5600 XT is more power-efficient, consuming 150W compared to 350W. 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 Radeon RX 5600 XT

9% higher 3DMark score (7,602 versus 6,956)
57% lower power consumption (150W versus 350W)

Reasons to consider the Radeon Vega Frontier Edition

167% more VRAM: 16GB versus 6GB

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

Radeon RX 5600 XT
+9%
7,602
Radeon Vega Frontier Edition
6,956

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification Radeon RX 5600 XT Radeon Vega Frontier Edition
Architecture RDNA 2 Vega
VRAM Size 6 GB 16 GB
TDP 150W 350W
Current Price $310
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Conclusion

For energy efficiency and lower power consumption, the Radeon RX 5600 XT is the better choice. If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the Radeon Vega Frontier Edition 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.