ASUS Radeon RX 6700 XT Dual 12GB GDDR6

★★★★☆ 4.4 (113)

The 12GB GDDR6 frame buffer and 2581 MHz boost clock on the RDNA 2 architecture provide ample headroom for 1440p gaming with ray tracing, while the Axial-tech dual-fan cooler keeps the 230W TDP in check with a semi-passive 0dB mode. Its dual BIOS switch lets you prioritize lower noise or lower temperatures, and the protective backplate adds structural rigidity. This card is best for 1440p gamers building a balanced mid-range system who value quiet operation and reliable cooling over flashy aesthetics.

GPU Radeon RX 6700 XT
VRAM 12GB GDDR6
Boost Clock 2581 MHz
TDP 230 W
Memory Bus 192 bit
Ray Tracing Yes
Class consumer
ASUS Radeon RX 6700 XT Dual 12GB GDDR6 gpu
56 Overall Score
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Snapshot

The 30-Second Version

The ASUS Dual RX 6700 XT scores 19,730 on PassMark G3D, which is middle of the pack but still plenty for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The 12GB VRAM is the standout spec, and owners love how quiet it runs. Just don't overpay, EUR prices swing by EUR 1,270 across vendors.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 12GB GDDR6 with 384 GB/s bandwidth handles 1440p textures well 78th
  • Quiet operation confirmed by multiple owners, fans stop below 55°C
  • PassMark G3D score of 19,730 delivers solid 1080p and 1440p gaming
  • Ray tracing support included, even if it's not class-leading
  • Dual BIOS lets you pick between cooler temps or lower noise

Cons

  • User sentiment sits at just the 28th percentile, a weak spot
  • Ray tracing performance is only at the 62nd percentile, so RT is limited
  • 230W TDP needs a 650W PSU, which is a bit thirsty for this tier
  • Efficiency lands at the 42nd percentile, nothing to brag about
  • Unanswered questions about product condition from some buyers

What owners think

The Word on the Street

4.4/5 (113 reviews)
👍 Multiple owners say the card delivers great performance and runs noticeably quieter than expected.
👍 Several buyers mention the card is a good value for the price, especially when found at or near MSRP.
👎 A recurring complaint is that some listings leave questions about product condition and driver installation unanswered.

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has held steady over time
72/100Our AI sentiment read▼6low confidence · 8 sources · Nov 2026
1★2★3★4★5★Q3 '21: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '21: 5.0★ · 3 reviewsQ2 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '23: 4.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '23: 5.0★ · 3 reviewsQ3 '23: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ2 '24: 5.0★ · 1 review13111321Q3 '21Q4 '21Q2 '22Q3 '22Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q2 '24
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews

Based on 13 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

The 6700 XT packs 2,560 stream processors and a 2,581MHz boost clock, which translates to 13.21 FP32 TFLOPS. That's solid compute for the money, though it lands at the 40th percentile in our database, so it's not going to impress anyone running heavy productivity workloads. The 12GB VRAM is the real story here. At the 53rd percentile, it's about average, but for 1080p and 1440p gaming, that buffer is more than enough. You won't be hitting VRAM walls in most modern titles unless you're cranking textures at 4K.

Ray tracing is technically supported, but the 40 RT cores put it at the 62nd percentile for RT performance. That's fine for light RT effects, but don't expect to max out Cyberpunk with path tracing. FSR helps claw back some frames, but this is a raster-first card. The 230W TDP is manageable, and the dual-fan Axial-tech design keeps things quiet. Owners specifically mention the card runs cool and quiet, which matches the 0dB mode that stops the fans below 55°C.

Performance Percentiles

AI 54.4
Rt 61.9
Vram 53.1
Raster 45.3
Compute 39.8
Feature 60.6
Thermal 55.9
User Sentiment 27.3
Efficiency 41.9
Connectivity 56.9
Social Proof 78.4
Affordability 38.8

Specifications

Full Specifications

Chipset

GPU Chipset Radeon RX 6700 XT
Brand AMD
Architecture RDNA 2
Class consumer
Process 7

Memory

VRAM 12 GB
Memory Type GDDR6
Memory Bus 192
Bandwidth 384

Compute

Stream Processors 2560
RT Cores 40
Base Clock 2581
Boost Clock 2581
FP16 TFLOPS 26.43
FP32 TFLOPS 13.21

Performance

PassMark G3D 19730
GPU Compute 9277

Power & Cooling

TDP 230
Recommended PSU 650
Power Connectors 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin
Cooler Dual Fan
Fans 2

Connectivity

Interface PCI Express 4.0
DisplayPort 3
HDMI 1
Max Displays 4
Max Resolution 7680 x 4320

Physical

Length 295
Slot Width 2.7
Form Factor Full Height
Weight 1.8 kg / 4.0 lbs

Features

Ray Tracing Yes
Upscaling FSR
DirectX 12 Ultimate
RGB Yes

vs Competition

Against the MSI Ventus RTX 5070 Ti, the ASUS Dual gets absolutely smoked. The 5070 Ti is a current-gen card with significantly more compute and better ray tracing. But it also costs way more. The Sapphire NITRO+ 11322-01-40G is a closer fight, since it's also an AMD card in a similar class, but the NITRO+ tends to have better cooling and higher factory clocks. The ZOTAC APOCALYPSE and PNY ARGB OC are RTX 5080-class cards, so they're not even in the same conversation. The real comparison is price-to-performance. At EUR 1,096, the 6700 XT makes a case for itself. At EUR 2,366, you'd be insane not to buy a newer card. The 12GB VRAM is actually competitive with some newer mid-range cards, but the compute and RT performance are showing their age.

Spec ASUS Radeon RX 6700 XT Dual Gigabyte AORUS GV-N5080AORUS M-16GD MSI Ventus RTX 5070 Ti 16G VENTUS 3X PZ OC ZOTAC APOCALYPSE ZT-B50800C-10P Sapphire NITRO+ 11322-01-40G PNY ARGB OC VCG508016TFXXPB1-O
Chipset Radeon RX 6700 XT GeForce RTX 5080 GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GeForce RTX 5080 Radeon RX 7900 XTX GeForce RTX 5080
Vram 12GB GDDR6 16GB GDDR7 16GB GDDR7 16GB GDDR7 24GB GDDR6 16GB GDDR7
Boost Clock Mhz 2581 2805 2482 2730 2680 2620
Tdp W 230 360 300 360 339 360
Memory Bus Bits 192 256 256 256 384 256
Ray Tracing true true true true true true
GPU Class consumer consumer consumer consumer consumer consumer
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product AIRtVramRasterComputeFeatureThermalUser SentimentEfficiencyConnectivitySocial ProofAffordability
ASUS Radeon RX 6700 XT Dual 54.461.953.145.339.860.655.927.341.956.978.438.8
Gigabyte AORUS GV-N5080AORUS M-16GD Compare 85.295.288.794.293.296.291.571.757.89488.815.9
MSI Ventus RTX 5070 Ti 16G VENTUS 3X PZ OC Compare 79.192.285.688.88896.291.580.272.99488.821
ZOTAC APOCALYPSE ZT-B50800C-10P Compare 85.297.588.794.293.296.291.599.457.89499.119.1
Sapphire NITRO+ 11322-01-40G Compare 94.996.291.783.995.583.991.585.852.698.778.417.6
PNY ARGB OC VCG508016TFXXPB1-O Compare 85.297.588.794.293.296.291.544.957.89482.618

Price

Value & Pricing

Pricing is all over the place. In EUR, you're looking at a spread from EUR 1,096 to EUR 2,366 across four listings in Germany, Spain, France, and Italy. That's a EUR 1,270 gap for the same card, which is absurd. The lower end of that range is actually reasonable for a 12GB card with this level of performance. The upper end is highway robbery. If you're in Europe, shop around and don't pay more than the EUR 1,096 listing. In the US, prices run USD 789 to USD 800, which is steep for a card that's a few generations old now. The affordability percentile sits at 35th, so this isn't a budget pick anymore. It's a card you buy if you find a good deal, not one you chase at full price.

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Price History

€1,300 €1,400 €1,500 €1,600 €1,700 Jul 4Nov 12 €1,390

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Overview

The ASUS Dual RX 6700 XT lands with a PassMark G3D score of 19,730, which puts it in the middle of the pack for raster performance in our database. That's not a headline-grabber in 2025, but it's still enough to push 1080p and 1440p games at respectable frame rates. The 12GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus gives it 384 GB/s of memory bandwidth, and that's the spec that keeps textures from choking at higher resolutions. For a card that launched as a mid-range champion, it's holding up okay, not great.

What's interesting is the mismatch between specs and sentiment. The card's user sentiment score sits at just the 28th percentile, which is rough. But the actual reviews we pulled are mostly positive, praising performance, quiet operation, and value. The low percentile seems driven by a small sample size and some unanswered questions about product condition and driver installation. So the card itself is fine, but the buying experience around it has been a bit murky.

Common Questions

Q: How does this card handle high-end games?

The 6700 XT's PassMark G3D score of 19,730 puts it in the middle of our database, which means it handles 1080p and 1440p gaming well. The 12GB of GDDR6 and 384 GB/s bandwidth help with high-resolution textures. Owners report great performance in real-world use, though ray tracing is limited by the 40 RT cores.

Q: Does this card run quietly?

Yes, and that's one of the most consistent things owners mention. The dual Axial-tech fans stop spinning below 55°C thanks to the 0dB mode, so light gaming and desktop use are silent. Even under load, the cooling design keeps noise levels low, which is impressive for a 230W card.

Q: Does this card support ray tracing?

It does. The RDNA 2 architecture includes 40 ray tracing cores, which puts it at the 62nd percentile for RT performance in our database. That's enough for light ray tracing effects, but don't expect to max out heavy RT titles. FSR support helps offset the performance hit.

Who Should Skip This

If you care about ray tracing, skip this. The 62nd percentile RT ranking means you'll be turning effects down or off in demanding titles. If you're running AI workloads, the 40.1/100 score for AI and LLM tasks is a real weak spot, one of the lowest in our database for this category. And if you're buying in Europe, skip any listing above EUR 1,096. The EUR 2,366 price point is nearly double the low end and makes zero sense when newer cards are available. Efficiency is also mediocre at the 42nd percentile, so if power draw matters to you, there are better options.

Verdict

The ASUS Dual RX 6700 XT is a card that made sense in 2021 and still makes sense in 2025 if you find it at the right price. The 12GB VRAM and quiet cooling are genuine strengths, and owners consistently praise the performance and value. But the user sentiment percentile of 28th is a red flag, mostly driven by unanswered questions about condition and drivers. The card itself is fine. The buying experience around it is less fine. If you can snag one at the low end of the EUR range or find a used deal, it's a solid 1080p and 1440p workhorse. If you're paying anywhere near the high end, you're getting fleeced.

Usage Scores

Overall (56.2)AI/LLM (40.1)Budget (62.3)Gaming 4k (51.9)Ray Tracing (58.9)Workstation (47.7)Gaming 1080p (58.4)Gaming 1440p (58.4)Content Creation (44.9)
  • Overall56.2
  • AI/LLM40.1
  • Budget62.3
  • Gaming 4k51.9
  • Ray Tracing58.9
  • Workstation47.7
  • Gaming 1080p58.4
  • Gaming 1440p58.4
  • Content Creation44.9

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