AMD Radeon RX 6400 vs AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT

FPS benchmarks across 139 games (reference CPU: r9-9950x3D2), live prices, popularity and community builds.

AMD

RX 6400

RDNA 2 · 4 GB GDDR6

#60 / 69

Overall score Relative gaming performance score, based on the average FPS measured across our benchmarked games. 100 = the fastest card in our catalog.1/100

Lowest price

185€

FPS / €

1.568

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AMD

RX 6500 XT

RDNA 2 · 4 GB GDDR6

#35 / 69

Overall score Relative gaming performance score, based on the average FPS measured across our benchmarked games. 100 = the fastest card in our catalog.9/100

Lowest price

195€

FPS / €

1.564

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Our verdict

The RX 6500 XT and the RX 6400 deliver nearly identical performance at 1440p (278 FPS vs 270 FPS on average).
Both cards are currently at the same price (around 185€).

Gaming performance

Benchmarks measured with a r9-9950x3D2 to avoid bottlenecking the graphics cards.

RX 6400

RX 6500 XT

Counter-Strike 2

+1%

311 FPS

1% low 186

314 FPS

1% low 188

Apex Legends

+8%

143 FPS

1% low 103

154 FPS

1% low 110

Grand Theft Auto V

+13%

39 FPS

1% low 28

44 FPS

1% low 33

Red Dead Redemption 2

+5%

74 FPS

1% low 52

78 FPS

1% low 59

Cyberpunk 2077

+24%

21 FPS

1% low 16

26 FPS

1% low 20

Rocket League

559 FPS

1% low 226

560 FPS

1% low 230

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

+16%

49 FPS

1% low 35

57 FPS

1% low 44

Crimson Desert

+6%

62 FPS

1% low 44

66 FPS

1% low 50

FPS / €

The higher the number, the better the performance you get for your money.

RX 6400

1.568

RX 6500 XT

1.564

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Specifications

	RX 6400	RX 6500 XT
Architecture	RDNA 2	RDNA 2
Release date	2022-01	2022-01
Video memory	4 GB	4 GB
Memory type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory bus	64 bit	64 bit
Bandwidth	128 GB/s	144 GB/s
Shading units	768	1024
Boost clock	2321 MHz	2815 MHz
Power draw (TDP)	53 W	107 W
Recommended PSU	350 W	400 W
Interface	PCIe 4.0 x4	PCIe 4.0 x4
Launch price	$159	$199

Popularity on DropReference

RX 6400

#60 / 69

Popularity score0.7/100

Share of builds Percentage of builds created by the DropReference community that use this GPU.0%

Number of builds created with this GPU

Average build price

620€

Most paired CPUs

Most used power supply

MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black

650 W · 50€

Latest builds

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RX 6500 XT

#35 / 69

Popularity score1.8/100

Share of builds Percentage of builds created by the DropReference community that use this GPU.0%

Number of builds created with this GPU

Average build price

705€

Most paired CPUs

Most used power supply

MSI MAG A550BN Non-Modular 550W 80 Plus Bronze Black

550 W · 49€

Latest builds

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All models

Real-time prices and stock in your region

RX 6400

9 models tracked

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RX 6500 XT

20 models tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better graphics card, the RX 6400 or the RX 6500 XT?

The RX 6500 XT and the RX 6400 deliver nearly identical performance at 1440p (278 FPS vs 270 FPS on average). Both cards are currently at the same price (around 185€).

Which card should you pick for 1440p gaming: RX 6400 or RX 6500 XT?

At 1440p, the RX 6400 averages 270 FPS versus 278 FPS for the RX 6500 XT across our reference games.

What power supply do you need for the RX 6400?

A power supply of around 350 W is recommended for the RX 6400. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black.

What power supply do you need for the RX 6500 XT?

A power supply of around 400 W is recommended for the RX 6500 XT. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the MSI MAG A550BN Non-Modular 550W 80 Plus Bronze Black.

Which CPU should you pair with the RX 6400?

In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RX 6400 is the r5-3400g (3 builds).

Which CPU should you pair with the RX 6500 XT?

In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RX 6500 XT is the r5-5500 (13 builds).

How much does the RX 6400 cost right now?

The RX 6400 is available from 185€. We track 9 models in real time.

How much does the RX 6500 XT cost right now?

The RX 6500 XT is available from 195€. We track 20 models in real time.

AMD Radeon RX 6400

The AMD Radeon RX 6400 offers entry-level gaming performance with RDNA 2 architecture. Ideal for 1080p gaming with moderate settings, it features 4 GB of GDDR6 memory and excellent price-performance ratio for budget builds.

AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT

The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT, based on RDNA 2 architecture, offers entry-level gaming performance with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory. Perfect for 1080p gaming, it supports ray tracing and provides excellent value for money for beginner gamers.