AMD's Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards (GPU) were recently released, and thanks to a big boost to performance they are able to compete with NVIDIA's new RTX 30-series cards in our collection of the best graphics card options. The RX 6800 sits beneath the other two AMD GPUs initially released, but that doesn't mean it's not a beast capable of handling 4K and QHD gaming. While the stock is severely limited everywhere, we've rounded up the best Radeon RX 6800 GPUs so you can keep tabs on availability.
ASUS ROG Strix RX 6800
Best Look
The ROG Strix lineup from ASUS always puts out some spiffy GPUs, and the RX 6800 is no different. You get a 2,190MHz Boost clock, a 1,980MHz Game clock, and a three-fan cooling design with RGB lighting under each. It runs cool and it's built well, but expect to pay a bit more than competing options.
ASRock Phantom Gaming D RX 6800
Big Numbers
The ASRock Phantom Gaming D version of the RX 6800 has a 2,310MHz Boost clock and a 1,875MHz Base clock, putting it near the top of all similar cards. It's also available at a competitive price, but note the metal backplate isn't full-size and leaves some of the GPU uncovered. Customizable RGB lighting on the side and for the middle fan adds some style.
ASUS TUF Gaming RX 6800
Understated Design
With a price that remains competitive, the ASUS TUF Gaming brings a 2,190MHz Boost clock and 1,980MHz Game clock in OC mode. That's in line with a lot of other options out there, and the understated black design with three fans will no doubt appeal to some people. The metal build and full backplate add some serious rigidity.
XFX Speedster MERC319 RX 6800
Black And White
With a 2,190MHz Boost clock and 1,980MHz Game clock, the XFX Speedster MERC is a solid RX 6800 option. The black and white shroud is perfect for certain builds, and the red RX badge on the side is a nice offset. Three fans keep this card cool even under heavy load.
MSI Radeon RX 6800
Great Price
This card from MSI uses the reference design from AMD, so it's not the most exciting out there. Still, it's available at a great price for anyone who's trying to stick to a tight budget. It comes with a 2,105MHz Boost clock and a 1,815MHz Game clock.
Sapphire Nitro+ RX 6800
Unique Design
Sapphire's Nitro+ lineup of AMD GPUs has been a long-time reliable standby for many gamers. Its RX 6800 has an interesting design with different fan sizes, curved sides, and customizable RGB lighting. It has a 2,190MHz Boost clock, 1,980MHz Game clock, and a solid metal backplate for plenty of stability.
If we're making some suggestions
Considering how limited stock is for AMD's Radeon RX 6800 — and for any next-gen GPUs — if you find one that isn't way overpriced, chances are you're going to buy it. You can keep an eye on our guide on where to buy AMD Radeon RX 6000 GPUs for extra information. Also, if you're wondering which card from the latest generation is best for you, have a look at our guide on which AMD RX 6000 GPU you should buy.
As for the RX 6800, the ASRock Phantom Gaming D boasts some impressive numbers at a price that keeps it competitive (opens in new tab) with other cards on the market. It might not have the overall best build quality (its backplate is noticeably not covering the entire card), but it does have a lot of style with customizable RGB lighting on the side and middle fan.
The ASUS ROG Strix version of the RX 6800 is also a solid pick (literally). It's built strong, it puts out good performance, and its design is undoubtedbly appealing. It's competitively priced (opens in new tab) when you can actually find one that's in stock.
If you're building a new PC around an RX 6800, be sure to have a look at some other guides we've put together to help get the right hardware. The best CPU for AMD Radeon RX 6800, the best PSU for AMD Radeon RX 6800, and the best motherboard for AMD Radeon RX 6800 should help you get what you need.
Cale Hunt is a Senior Editor at Windows Central. He focuses mainly on laptop reviews, news, and accessory coverage. He's been reviewing laptops and accessories full time since 2016, with hundreds of reviews published for Windows Central. He is an avid PC gamer and multi-platform user, and spends most of his time either tinkering with or writing about tech.
