AMD Radeon 8060S vs AMD Steam Machine GPU Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Radeon 8060S and the AMD Steam Machine GPU. The head-to-head comparison table is empty, with zero wins recorded for either side. This absence of direct comparative measurements means the analysis must rely on the individual benchmark scores and architectural specifications captured in the database.

The AMD Radeon 8060S has three recorded benchmark entries. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 2162 points. The Geekbench OpenCL score reaches 84626, while the Vulkan score comes in at 80483. These results place the Radeon 8060S in the 87th percentile among all GPUs tracked in the database, with an average benchmark score of 55757.

For context, the nearest rivals to the Radeon 8060S provide useful reference points. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB averages 55698 points, which is 0.1% behind the 8060S. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 averages 56083 points, putting it 0.6% ahead. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X averages 54828 points, 1.7% behind. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 averages 54247 points, 2.8% behind the 8060S.

The AMD Steam Machine GPU has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and it sits in the 50th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals array for this part is empty, indicating no comparative measurements have been cataloged. This makes direct numerical comparison between the two AMD parts impossible from the current data.

The delta percentages between the Radeon 8060S and its closest competitors show a tightly clustered performance band. The spread from the RTX 5080 at 0.6% ahead to the RTX 4080 at 2.8% behind covers only a narrow range. The 8060S effectively sits in a competitive tier where small percentage differences separate the top performers.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs represent different generations of AMD graphics architecture. The Radeon 8060S uses the Strix Halo chip built on RDNA 3.5 architecture, fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Steam Machine GPU uses the Navi 33 chip with the codename Hotpink Bonefish, built on RDNA 3.0 architecture, also fabricated at TSMC but on a 6 nm process.

Die dimensions differ substantially. The Radeon 8060S has a die size of 308 mm², while the Steam Machine GPU measures 204 mm². The Steam Machine GPU has a documented transistor count of 13,300 million, yielding a transistor density of 65.2 million per mm². The transistor count for the Radeon 8060S is listed as unknown in the database.

Clock speeds show distinct profiles. The Radeon 8060S operates with a base clock of 1295 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz. The Steam Machine GPU runs at a base clock of 1720 MHz, a boost clock of 2450 MHz, and a game clock of 2250 MHz. Memory clocks differ as well: the Steam Machine GPU runs its memory at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective data rate, while the Radeon 8060S uses system shared memory.

Memory configurations are fundamentally different. The Radeon 8060S uses system shared memory with no dedicated VRAM, making its bandwidth system dependent. The Steam Machine GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This dedicated memory arrangement gives the Steam Machine GPU predictable memory performance, whereas the 8060S depends entirely on the host system's memory subsystem.

Compute unit counts favor the Radeon 8060S. It has 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. The Steam Machine GPU has 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. Ray tracing core counts also differ: 40 for the 8060S versus 28 for the Steam Machine GPU.

Fill rate figures reflect the architectural differences. The Radeon 8060S achieves a pixel rate of 185.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 464.0 GTexel/s. The Steam Machine GPU delivers 156.8 GPixel/s and 274.4 GTexel/s. In raw FP32 compute, the Steam Machine GPU actually leads with 17.56 TFLOPS versus 14.85 TFLOPS for the Radeon 8060S, despite its smaller shader count, due to higher clocks.

Power consumption differs notably. The Radeon 8060S carries a TDP of 55 W and is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) with no power connectors. The Steam Machine GPU has a TDP of 110 W and also uses no power connectors, suggesting it is designed for a fixed console-style implementation.

Both GPUs support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The Radeon 8060S connects via PCIe 5.0 x16, while the Steam Machine GPU has no bus interface listed. Display outputs differ: the Radeon 8060S is portable device dependent, while the Steam Machine GPU provides 1x HDMI 2.1a and 1x DisplayPort 2.1.

The Steam Machine GPU has physical dimensions recorded at 156 mm by 152 mm by 162 mm. The Radeon 8060S has no length, height, or width listed, consistent with its IGP classification. The Radeon 8060S was released on January 5, 2025, while the Steam Machine GPU has a release date of June 28, 2026.

Where Each One Wins

The Radeon 8060S shows clear strengths in the measured benchmarks. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2162, combined with Geekbench OpenCL at 84626 and Vulkan at 80483, establishes it as a 87th percentile performer. The average benchmark score of 55757 places it within 0.6% of the RTX 5080 and ahead of the RX 6750 GRE, Pro W5700X, and RTX 4080 by margins ranging from 0.1% to 2.8%. This indicates the 8060S competes at the high end of the mobile graphics tier.

The Radeon 8060S also wins on architectural features. Its 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 40 ray tracing cores exceed the Steam Machine GPU's counts. The 4 nm process node allows for 308 mm² die with higher boost clocks reaching 2900 MHz. The 55 W TDP makes it suitable for integrated implementations where power budgets are constrained. The RDNA 3.5 architecture includes the latest feature set, and the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface provides high bandwidth for system shared memory access.

The Steam Machine GPU wins on raw compute throughput. Its 17.56 TFLOPS FP32 performance exceeds the Radeon 8060S's 14.85 TFLOPS by a significant margin. This higher compute density comes from the higher base clock of 1720 MHz and game clock of 2250 MHz. For workloads that scale with raw shader throughput rather than feature count, the Steam Machine GPU has the advantage.

The Steam Machine GPU also wins on memory configuration. The 8 GB GDDR6 with 288.0 GB/s bandwidth provides dedicated, predictable memory performance. The Radeon 8060S depends on system shared memory with bandwidth that varies by host platform. In scenarios requiring consistent memory latency and throughput, the dedicated VRAM arrangement is preferable.

The Steam Machine GPU's transistor density is higher at 65.2 million per mm², reflecting the efficiency of the 6 nm process for its 204 mm² die. The physical dimensions of 156 mm by 152 mm by 162 mm indicate a compact, self-contained module suitable for console integration.

FAQ

Q: How does the Radeon 8060S compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark scores?

A: The Radeon 8060S averages 55757 points. The RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 0.1% behind. The RTX 5080 scores 56083, 0.6% ahead. The Pro W5700X scores 54828, 1.7% behind. The RTX 4080 scores 54247, 2.8% behind.

Q: What are the key architectural differences between the two GPUs?

A: The Radeon 8060S uses RDNA 3.5 on a 4 nm process with a 308 mm² die, 2560 shading units, and 40 ray tracing cores. The Steam Machine GPU uses RDNA 3.0 on a 6 nm process with a 204 mm² die, 1792 shading units, and 28 ray tracing cores.

Q: Which GPU has higher raw compute performance?

A: The Steam Machine GPU delivers 17.56 TFLOPS FP32, which is higher than the Radeon 8060S's 14.85 TFLOPS. This despite the 8060S having more shading units, due to the Steam Machine GPU's higher clock speeds.

Q: How do memory configurations differ?

A: The Radeon 8060S uses system shared memory with bandwidth that is system dependent. The Steam Machine GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus with 288.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What power levels do the two GPUs require?

A: The Radeon 8060S has a TDP of 55 W and is an IGP with no power connectors. The Steam Machine GPU has a TDP of 110 W and also uses no power connectors.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each GPU?

A: The Radeon 8060S ranks in the 87th percentile among all GPUs in the database. The Steam Machine GPU ranks in the 50th percentile, though it has no recorded benchmark scores to confirm this placement.

The Verdict

The data shows two GPUs serving different purposes. The Radeon 8060S is a high-performance integrated graphics solution built on RDNA 3.5 with a 4 nm process. Its benchmark scores place it in the 87th percentile, with an average score of 55757 that sits within 0.6% of the RTX 5080 and ahead of the RX 6750 GRE, Pro W5700X, and RTX 4080. The 2560 shading units, 40 ray tracing cores, and 55 W TDP make it a strong choice for systems needing high graphics capability without a discrete GPU.

The Steam Machine GPU is a discrete console-oriented part with RDNA 3.0 architecture on 6 nm. It offers higher raw FP32 throughput at 17.56 TFLOPS, dedicated 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 288.0 GB/s bandwidth, and a compact physical footprint of 156 mm by 152 mm by 162 mm. The 110 W TDP indicates a more power-hungry design suited to a fixed console platform.

For users requiring proven benchmark performance and a modern feature set with ray tracing capabilities, the Radeon 8060S has the recorded data to support it. The 87th percentile ranking and competitive scores against established discrete GPUs demonstrate its capability. The Radeon 8060S also benefits from the newer RDNA 3.5 architecture and a more advanced 4 nm manufacturing process.

For scenarios where raw compute throughput and dedicated memory bandwidth are priorities, the Steam Machine GPU offers higher TFLOPS and consistent memory performance. However, the absence of benchmark scores for this part means its real-world performance cannot be verified from the database. The 50th percentile ranking suggests it sits at the median of all GPUs, but without recorded measurements, this remains an unconfirmed figure.

The choice between these two GPUs depends on the target platform. The Radeon 8060S suits portable devices and systems where its IGP form factor and 55 W power draw fit the design constraints. The Steam Machine GPU suits console-style hardware with its 110 W TDP, dedicated memory, and discrete dimensions. The data does not provide a direct performance comparison, so selection should follow the intended use case and platform requirements.