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  • Avg. price: ~£260
  • VRAM: 6 GB
  • Memory bus width: 192 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 150 W

XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

4.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

3.5

Performance

24.0%

3.1

Memory

12.0%

5.1

Power & Cooling

11.0%

7.4

Platform & Features

5.0%

6.7

Design

4.0%

7.8

Connectivity & Media

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 6.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 6.6
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 6.3
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 6.0
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is a mid-range graphics card powered by AMD's 7nm RDNA architecture, specifically designed for high-performance 1080p gaming. Key technical specifications include 2304 stream processors, a boost clock reaching up to 1620 MHz, and 6GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus—with updated models featuring 14 Gbps memory speeds for increased bandwidth. Main characteristics include a sleek, two-slot dual-fan cooling solution with copper heat pipes, a metal backplate, and a convenient dual BIOS switch for toggling between 'Performance' and 'Quiet' modes. Pros include its whisper-quiet operation, high energy efficiency, and a Zero DB fan mode that stops fans during low-load tasks for silent use. Cons include limited overclocking headroom due to factory tuning and a 6GB VRAM capacity that may occasionally bottleneck demanding modern titles at higher resolutions compared to 8GB alternatives.

Technical Specifications of XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

?

Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

?

Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

4.3
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a technical score of 4.34 points, which is lower than that of 86.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

5.8
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 86.1% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

7,126 points
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro scores 7126 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 69.8% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

N/A
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

6 GB
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has 6 GB of VRAM, which is less than 82.7% of graphics cards and equal to 5.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

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GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.6% of graphics cards and equal to 39.1% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

192 bit
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro uses a 192 bit memory bus, which is narrower than that of 50.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 18.8% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

288 GB/s
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro reaches 288 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 69.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

4.0
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports PCIe 4.0, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 52% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

8.1 Gbps
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

150 W
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a TDP of 150 W, which is lower than that of 73% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.5% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

185 W
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro draws 185 W under peak load, which is lower than 57.3% of graphics cards and equal to 1.2% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

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Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

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PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

280 x 148 x 44 mm
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro measures 280x148 x 44 mm, which is more compact than 91.6% of graphics cards.
Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

280 mm
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is 280 mm long, which is shorter than 52.8% of graphics cards and equal in length to 1.3% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

148 mm
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is 148 mm tall, which is taller than 89.3% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.2% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro vs the average graphics card

  • Includes dual BIOS
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Includes dual BIOS for redundancy or overclocking profiles
    When it matters: When you want a safer recovery path after tweaking fan curves or overclock settings, or you need separate quiet and performance profiles.

    Importance: LOW

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
  • 30.2% lower TDP
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.150 W vs 215 W
  • Better FP64 ratio
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
    What it is: Ratio of double-precision (FP64) to single-precision (FP32) performance
    When it matters: When you need to know whether FP64 is merely present or genuinely useful.

    Importance: LOW

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).1:16 vs 1:64
  • 2.04x cheaper
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is cheaper than the average graphics card (£260 vs £530).
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is cheaper than the average graphics card (£260 vs £530).£260 vs £530
  • Better FP64 ratio
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
  • Includes dual BIOS
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
  • 30.2% lower TDP
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.

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Power & Cooling
  • 35.2% lower boost clock speed
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,620 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 38.1% lower texture rate
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (233.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 37.2% lower pixel rate
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (103.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 40 fewer TMUs
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (144 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 4 fewer compute units
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (36 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 37.1% lower gaming score
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (7,126 points vs 11,337 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 11,337 points.
  • 49.4% lower FP16 performance
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (14.9 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 2,048 fewer FP32 units
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (2,304 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • 36.8% slower memory speed
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (12,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 35.7% lower memory bandwidth
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (288 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 90.6% smaller L2 cache
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (3 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 14.3% slower VRAM clock
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,500 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 40% larger process node
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a higher process node than the average graphics card (7 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • No XeSS support
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • 3 older
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,020 vs 2,023).
  • Older OpenCL version
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (2.1 vs 3.0).
  • No sampler feedback
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • 1 fewer fans
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • 17 °C lower thermal ceiling
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (110 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
  • 21 mm higher card profile
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro is taller than the average graphics card (148 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 35.2% lower boost clock speed
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,620 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,620 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1620 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
    When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

    Importance: HIGH

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.192 bit vs 256 bit
  • 1 fewer fans
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 36.8% slower memory speed
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (12,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (12,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.12000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 38.1% lower texture rate
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (233.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (233.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.233.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 40% larger process node
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a higher process node than the average graphics card (7 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a higher process node than the average graphics card (7 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.7 nm vs 5 nm
  • 37.2% lower pixel rate
    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (103.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (103.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.103.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
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What customers like about XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro?

  • Excellent performance for 1080p gaming, often reaching over 100 FPS in major titles
  • Whisper-quiet operation even under heavy gaming loads, with a dedicated 'silent' BIOS mode
  • Sleek, minimalist matte black aesthetic that lacks garish RGB lighting
  • Highly power-efficient design with very low idle power consumption
  • Includes a physical dual-BIOS switch for toggling between performance and acoustic profiles
  • Features an idle-fan-stop mode that completely silences fans during desktop use

What customers dislike about XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro?

  • Lower factory clock speeds compared to other 5600 XT models like the Sapphire Pulse
  • Fragmented market versions; some units originally shipped with slower 12 Gbps memory instead of 14 Gbps
  • Manual BIOS updates may be required on older stock to unlock full performance potential
  • Lacks hardware support for real-time ray tracing
  • Thermal performance, while safe, is slightly higher than competitors with beefier coolers
  • No RGB lighting may be a downside for users who prefer a more colorful build

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bjorn3d.com
21/01/2020
Welcome the Radeon RX 5600 XT, Featuring the XFX RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro If you want to look deeper into this specific graphics card, let me know if y...

The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro serves as AMD's strategic midrange GPU designed to bridge the performance gap between the lower-end RX 5500 XT and the higher-tier RX 5700 series. Targeting value-conscious mainstream and esports players looking for an optimal 1080p gaming experience, the card scores high marks for its overall performance and value proposition. Built on the 7nm...Read more

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urbantechnoobs.com
27/01/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Review

The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II PRO 6GB is a highly capable, 1080p-focused graphics card built on AMD's 7nm Navi architecture with 2304 stream processors and a 192-bit memory interface. Priced at $279 USD, it delivers impressive out-of-the-box performance that easily outclasses Nvidia’s GTX 1660 Ti in gaming benchmarks, solidifying its place at the top of the 1080p leaderboard...Read more

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overclockersclub.com
23/02/2020
XFX RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro (12 Gbps) Review

The XFX RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro (12Gbps) is a budget-friendly card designed for maxed-out 1080p gaming, featuring an all-black, compact dual-slot design with decent thermals and a dual-vBIOS switch. It provides strong value against the GTX 1660 Ti, though it fails to outperform the RTX 2060 and is hindered by limited overclocking potential, a difficult-to-reach power connector, and...Read more

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pcworld.com
24/02/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro review

The PCWorld review highlights the XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT Thicc II Pro as a high-performing, well-designed 1080p gaming card featuring a quiet dual-fan setup and premium aesthetics. While delivering excellent 7nm RDNA performance and energy efficiency, the card, like others in the series, suffered from a confusing pre-launch VBIOS update process. Despite these logistical issues, the...Read more

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techpowerup.com
17/03/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro Review

The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro is a factory-overclocked 7nm RDNA card offering excellent performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming, featuring a refined dual-slot cooler with a dedicated copper memory plate. Pros include exceptional "whisper quiet" acoustic performance, idle-fan-stop, great power efficiency, and a dual BIOS feature. Cons highlighted in the review include a...Read more

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mmorpg.com
05/05/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600XT THICC II Pro Review

The XFX Radeon RX 5600XT THICC II Pro, as reviewed by MMORPG.com, is positioned as a value-focused GPU designed to maximize raw performance and price-to-performance ratio over aesthetic extras. The card delivers strong 1080p and capable 1440p gaming performance, showcasing significant architectural improvements over older RX 500 series cards in efficiency and speed. MMORPG.com Key...Read more

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pcper.com
11/06/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II PRO Review: The 14 Gbps Update

The XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II PRO (14 Gbps model) marks a significant improvement for XFX by fixing the fragmented performance caused by AMD's chaotic launch strategy. At launch, earlier XFX models stuck to a 12 Gbps memory speed, making them uncompetitive compared to rival cards. This updated THICC II PRO version embraces the full 14 Gbps memory bandwidth, delivering...Read more

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overclock3d.net
20/03/2020
XFX RX 5600 XT Thicc II and Thicc III Ultra Review

The Overclock3D review of the XFX RX 5600 XT Thicc II and Thicc III Ultra praises both cards for delivering exceptional performance for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming, highlighting their premium, elegant aesthetics and silent operation. Pros include the Thicc II’s compact, budget-friendly design and the Thicc III Ultra’s aggressive factory overclock, both featuring effective,...Read more

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thefpsreview.com
21/01/2020
XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro Review

The ⁠XFX Radeon RX 5600 XT THICC II Pro Review on The FPS Review highlights this graphics card as an exceptional option for ultra-quality 1080p gaming. Built on AMD's 7nm RDNA architecture, the card features 6GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus. A major pro of this card is its highly effective factory overclocking; while the original reference specifications list a 1375MHz game...Read more

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