AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT: Specs, Key Features & Rivals
- Most compute in class
- Most power-hungry in class
- Most ray tracing units
The RX 7800 XT carries the AMD name into the midrange graphics card class. Going by the specs we track for midrange graphics cards, the RX 7800 XT Has the most theoretical FP32 compute. The competition for the RX 7800 XT includes RTX 5060 Ti, RTX 3070 and RTX 2070 Super.
- VRAM16 GB
- Shader units3,840
- Boost clock2,430 MHz
- Memory bandwidth624 GB/s
- Total board power263 W
- Launch price (MSRP)$499
Key Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Architecture | RDNA 3 |
|---|---|
| GPU die | Navi 32 |
| Process | TSMC N5 (GCD) + N6 (MCD) chiplets |
| Shader units | 3,840 |
| Ray tracing units | 60 |
| Boost clock | 2,430 MHz |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 37.3 TFLOPS |
Memory
| VRAM | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Memory type | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 256-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 624 GB/s |
Features
| Upscaling | FSR 3 |
|---|---|
| Frame generation | FSR 3 Frame Generation, AFMF 2 |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
Power & Thermals
| Total board power | 263 W |
|---|---|
| Recommended PSU | 700 W |
| Power connector | 2x 8-pin |
Size & Connectivity
| Reference card length | 10.51 in |
|---|---|
| Slot width | 2 slots |
Price
| Launch price (MSRP) | $499 |
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How It Stacks Up in the Midrange Graphics Card Class
On shader units, the RX 7800 XT exceeds the class average by 3.4% in raw numbers. Relative to the class average, the RX 7800 XT reads 96% higher on fp32 compute. Measured on vram, the RX 7800 XT sits 39% over the average for similar models.
Compare RX 7800 XT With Its Rivals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the release date of the RX 7800 XT?
The release date of the RX 7800 XT is September 6, 2023.
What was the launch price of the RX 7800 XT?
At launch, the RX 7800 XT cost $499. Price data as of September 2023.
What does the RX 7800 XT compete with?
If you’re considering the RX 7800 XT, it’s also worth looking at RTX 5060 Ti, RTX 3070, RTX 2070 Super and RTX 3060 Ti.