I'm trying to decide between a used 6800XT for $350 or a brand new 9060XT 16GB for $450. The 6800XT offers better performance in traditional raster graphics, which seems to make it a great deal for price-to-performance. However, the 9060XT has some advantages like being new, having a warranty, being more power efficient, supporting FSR4, and providing better ray tracing capabilities. Are those benefits worth the extra $100? If not, what price should I consider for a 6800XT to make it worthwhile? Also, I've seen the 6900XT going for around $400—is that a better option?
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As a current owner of the 6800XT, I can tell you it's still a solid card but might not be worth it for the long run. The 9060XT will likely offer better performance and features down the road. Plus, if you find the right sale, it could save you money in the long run on power consumption.
Honestly, I’d say new is the way to go here. The 9060XT has some nice features that the 6800XT just won't have, especially when considering future-proofing with FSR4 and ray tracing capabilities. Even if it’s a bit slower in terms of raw power, it’s worth it for the longevity.
I'd recommend going for the new 9060XT 16GB. Even though the 6800XT might have better raw performance in some areas, the warranty and efficiency of the 9060XT are big pluses. Plus, with AMD's support updates, you want something that will keep getting optimizations down the line.
The 9060XT is the smarter choice. I bought my RX 6800XT a few months back for $300, and while it's better in a few scenarios, the performance gap is just a few percent. The 9060XT gives you advanced upscaling tech and a longer lifespan, which can be more beneficial.
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