AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT vs AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT
Detailed gaming performance comparison
Reference CPU: Intel Core i5-13400
We compare the RX 7600 XT and the RX 6650 XT with real FPS across the most popular games at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, plus specs, launch price and AI upscaling support (DLSS/FSR/XeSS). See at a glance which is better for your resolution and budget.
The RX 7600 XT is ~10% faster than the RX 6650 XT on average at 1080p. On top of that, the RX 6650 XT is 9% cheaper (launch price).
RX 7600 XT
- Index (1080p)
- 51/100
- VRAM
- 16 GB
- Price (MSRP)
- $329 · ≈ €303
- Upscaling
- FSR + Frame Gen
Average FPS by resolution
Estimated average FPS for each graphics card across the most popular games. The gap usually shows at 1080p and 1440p; at 4K both lose smoothness and upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps.
| Resolution | RX 7600 XT | RX 6650 XT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 57 | 52 | +10% |
| 1440p | 42 | 38 | +11% |
| 4K | 20 | 18 | +11% |
Specifications
Side-by-side specs of the RX 7600 XT and RX 6650 XT: VRAM, power draw (TDP), performance index and launch price. The better value in each row is highlighted in blue.
| Spec | RX 7600 XT | RX 6650 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | AMD |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| TDP | 150W | 180W |
| Tier | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Score 1080p | 51 | 46 |
| Score 1440p | 42 | 38 |
| Score 4K | 26 | 24 |
| Price (MSRP) | $329 | $299 |
Gaming Performance
Per-game FPS detail at 1080p Ultra. The graphics card that wins each title is highlighted in blue.
| Game | RX 7600 XT | RX 6650 XT | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition | 59FPS | 54FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 46FPS | 41FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Halloween: The Game | 57FPS | 51FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Kena: Scars of Kosmora | 59FPS | 54FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV | 64FPS | 59FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Mortal Shell II | 53FPS | 48FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival | 57FPS | 51FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Valor Mortis | 53FPS | 48FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Star Wars Zero Company | 65FPS | 59FPS | RX 7600 XT |
| Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve | 59FPS | 54FPS | RX 7600 XT |
Verdict
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT wins in 10 out of 10 games
We recommend AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT as the best option for gaming.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions when comparing the RX 7600 XT with the RX 6650 XT.
Which is better, the RX 7600 XT or the RX 6650 XT?
On average at 1080p, the RX 7600 XT is 10% faster than the RX 6650 XT. The best one for you depends on your resolution, budget and whether you prioritise ray tracing or price.
Which is better at 4K?
At 4K Ultra, the RX 7600 XT averages 20 FPS and the RX 6650 XT 18 FPS across the most popular games. For smooth 4K, enabling upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps on both.
Is it worth paying more for the faster one?
At 1080p or 1440p the FPS gap may not justify the extra cost; at 4K or with ray tracing the faster card matters more. Check the by-resolution table to decide.
Which has better ray tracing and upscaling?
AI upscaling (DLSS on NVIDIA, FSR on AMD, XeSS on Intel) raises FPS on both; for ray tracing, GeForce RTX cards usually lead. See each card’s support above.
How big is the FPS difference between them?
On average across top games, the gap is around 10% at 1080p. At higher resolutions (1440p and 4K) the relative difference usually stays similar.