What power supply do you need for the RX 6700 XT?
The Radeon RX 6700 XT is rated at 230 W total board power. That's 50 W more than the RX 6650 XT. Here's the PSU size we recommend, the bare minimum, and what to buy.
With a typical gaming CPU (Ryzen 7 9800X3D), the RX 6700 XT draws about 376 W while gaming and up to 474 W under full load. GPU spikes can briefly reach about 612 W, so choose an ATX 3.1 unit rated 80+ Gold or better.
RX 6700 XT PSU size by CPU
| Build | CPU | Gaming draw | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Ryzen 5 7600 | 353 W | 550 W | 550 W |
| Gaming | Ryzen 7 9800X3D | 376 W | 550 W | 650 W |
| High-end | Core i9-14900K | 441 W | 650 W | 750 W |
Assumes 2 memory sticks, 1 NVMe SSD, air cooling and 3 fans, with no overclocking. Using a different CPU? Calculate your exact build.
Best power supplies for the RX 6700 XT
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RX 6700 XT power specs
| Total board power | 230 W |
|---|---|
| Estimated ms-level spike | ≈ 368 W |
| Power connectors | Needs about 2× 8-pin PCIe cables (use separate cables, not one daisy-chained cable, when you can). |
| Recommended PSU (pre-ATX 3.0 unit) | 650 W |
| Estimated running cost | ≈ $8.95/month (3 h/day at $0.18/kWh) |
Frequently asked questions
Is 450W enough for the RX 6700 XT?
No. With a typical gaming CPU, the RX 6700 XT can push a 450 W PSU past its safe limit (about 105% at full load). Get at least 550 W, ideally 650 W.
Is 550W enough for the RX 6700 XT?
It can work, but it's tight. A full-load stress test would push a 550 W unit to about 86% of its rating. We recommend 650 W for quieter, safer operation.
Is 650W enough for the RX 6700 XT?
Yes. A quality 650 W ATX 3.x power supply runs the RX 6700 XT with a typical gaming CPU at about 58% load while gaming.
Is 750W enough for the RX 6700 XT?
Yes. A quality 750 W ATX 3.x power supply runs the RX 6700 XT with a typical gaming CPU at about 50% load while gaming.
Is 850W enough for the RX 6700 XT?
Yes. A quality 850 W ATX 3.x power supply runs the RX 6700 XT with a typical gaming CPU at about 44% load while gaming.
What power connector does the RX 6700 XT use?
Needs about 2× 8-pin PCIe cables (use separate cables, not one daisy-chained cable, when you can).
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