AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT runs at an average of 72.7°C under load based on 7 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 85°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 58°C. Idle temperatures average 49.9°C.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- AMD
- Released
- 2021
- Architecture
- RDNA 2
- Process node
- TSMC 7nm
- TDP
- 230W
- VRAM
- 12 GB
- Memory type
- GDDR6
- Memory bus
- 192-bit
- Boost clock
- 2581 MHz
Idle Temperature
Load Temperature
Load temperature distribution
Load Temperature Distribution
Is your temperature normal?
- Below 58°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
- Between 58°C and 85°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
- Above 85°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.
Submissions over time
Load temperature by ambient
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Cooling Comparison (by CPU cooler type)
What's normal for this tier?
High-end GPUs typically run 65–78°C under sustained load with adequate case airflow. Hotspot delta over 15°C from die temp can indicate uneven cooler mounting.
Compare with similar hardware
Other high-end GPUs from AMD
Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 28.5°C.
Recent Submissions
| Date | Cooling | Idle | Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 59.0°C | 83.0°C |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 60.0°C | 85.0°C |
| Aug 9, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 38.0°C | 69.0°C |
| Aug 4, 2026 | — | 48.0°C | 75.0°C |
| Aug 4, 2026 | Aftermarket Air CoolerGAMEMAX Gamma 90 Digital Black | 40.0°C | 73.0°C |
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal temperature for the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT?
Based on 7 community submissions, the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT runs at an average idle temperature of 49.9°C and an average load temperature of 72.7°C. Anything between 58°C and 85°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.
Is 72.7°C too hot for the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT?
The safe operating ceiling for high-end GPUs like the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is around 85°C under sustained load. 72.7°C is within the safe operating range. If you're exceeding 85°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.
What is the best cooler for the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT?
For a 230W high-end GPU like the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, a quality 240mm AIO or a high-end dual-tower air cooler (Noctua NH-D15, Thermalright Phantom Spirit) is generally sufficient to keep load temperatures well within safe limits. Higher TDP variants (overclocked or PBO-enabled) benefit from 360mm AIO cooling.
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