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Aggregate performance score

We've compared Radeon RX 5700 and Radeon VII, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Radeon RX 5700
19
8GB , 180W
Radeon VII +7%
20
16GB , 300W

Radeon VII outperforms Radeon RX 5700 by a moderate 7% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the Radeon RX 5700 with 8GB VRAM (RDNA 3 architecture), against the Radeon VII with 16GB VRAM. Both graphics cards offer competitive value for their respective price points. The Radeon RX 5700 is more power-efficient, consuming 180W compared to 300W. 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 5700

11% better value score (10 versus 9)
40% lower power consumption (180W versus 300W)
$146 lower current price ($799 versus $945)

Reasons to consider the Radeon VII

7% higher 3DMark score (8,909 versus 8,330)
100% more VRAM: 16GB versus 8GB

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

Radeon RX 5700
+11% better value
10
Radeon VII
9

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

Radeon RX 5700
8,330
Radeon VII
+7%
8,909

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification Radeon RX 5700 Radeon VII
Architecture RDNA 3 N/A
VRAM Size 8 GB 16 GB
TDP 180W 300W
Current Price $799
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$945
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Conclusion

For energy efficiency and lower power consumption, the Radeon RX 5700 is the better choice. If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the Radeon VII with 16GB VRAM provides more headroom. Budget-conscious buyers will appreciate the Radeon RX 5700's lower 799 price point. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.