Sapphire Radeon VII vs Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  AMD Radeon VII AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT
• GPU Chip
  Vega 20 XT Navi 21
• Execution units
  60 80
• Shader
  3840 5120
• Render Output Units
  64 128
• Texture Units
  240 320

This section provides a comparison of the memory configurations of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  16 GB 16 GB
• Memory Type
  HBM2 GDDR6
• Memory Speed
  1 GHz 2 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  1024 GB/s 512 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  4096 bit 256 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.400 GHz 1.825 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.750 GHz 2.250 GHz
• Avg (Game) Clock
  2.015 GHz
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  300 W 300 W
• TDP (up)
  -- 345 W
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  2 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Axial Axial
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Fan 1
  3 x 75 mm 3 x 80 mm
• Noise (Idle)
  32 dB 0 dB / Silent
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  52 dB --

This section compares the connectivity options available on Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.2 2.3
• HDMI Ports
  1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.1
• DP Ports
  3x DP v1.4a 2x DP v1.4a
• DVI Ports
  -- --
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- 1

This section compares the technical specifications of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_1 12_2
• Raytracing
  No Yes
• DLSS / FSR
  No No
• LED
  Non addressable LED Non addressable LED

This section compares the support for video codecs on Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode / Encode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• AV1
  No Decode

This section compares the physical dimensions of Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  268 mm 267 mm
• Height
  120 mm 120 mm
• Width
  42 mm 50 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  1280 g --

This section provides additional information about Sapphire Radeon VII and Sapphire Radeon RX 6900 XT. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q1/2019 Q2/2021
• Release price
  -- --
• Structure size
  7 nm 7 nm
• Part-no
  21291-01-40G 21308-01-20G
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet