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Aggregate performance score

We've compared Radeon Vega Frontier Edition and Radeon RX Vega 56, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Radeon Vega Frontier Edition +3%
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16GB , 350W
Radeon RX Vega 56
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8GB , 210W

Radeon Vega Frontier Edition outperforms Radeon RX Vega 56 by a minimal 3% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the Radeon Vega Frontier Edition with 16GB VRAM (Vega architecture), against the Radeon RX Vega 56 with 8GB VRAM (RDNA architecture). Both graphics cards offer competitive value for their respective price points. The Radeon RX Vega 56 is more power-efficient, consuming 210W 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 Vega Frontier Edition

3% higher 3DMark score (6,956 versus 6,776)
100% more VRAM: 16GB versus 8GB

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX Vega 56

40% lower power consumption (210W versus 350W)

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

Radeon Vega Frontier Edition
+3%
6,956
Radeon RX Vega 56
6,776

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification Radeon Vega Frontier Edition Radeon RX Vega 56
Architecture Vega RDNA
VRAM Size 16 GB 8 GB
TDP 350W 210W
Current Price N/A $399
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Conclusion

For energy efficiency and lower power consumption, the Radeon RX Vega 56 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.