Rumors surrounding AMD's upcoming RDNA 4 GPUs are heating up, with the Radeon RX 8800 XT positioned as a potential mainstream powerhouse. Leaks suggest it could offer performance on par with NVIDIA's RTX 4080 while consuming significantly less power.
Performance and Power Consumption
According to Chiphell forum user zhangzhonghao, who has a track record of accurate leaks, the RX 8800 XT (based on the Navi 48 GPU) is rumored to consume 25% less power than the RX 7900 XTX. This translates to an estimated 250-270W, similar to the RTX 4070 Ti and 4070 Ti SUPER.
Performance-wise, the RX 8800 XT is said to deliver a 45% improvement in ray tracing performance compared to the RX 7900 XTX, with even larger gains seen in some titles. In terms of rasterization performance, it's expected to match the RTX 4080 and RTX 4080 SUPER, making it a compelling option considering its lower power consumption.
Release and Pricing
RDNA 4 GPUs are reportedly entering mass production in mid-December, pointing towards a Q1 2025 release and a potential unveiling at CES 2025. Pricing is expected to be around $500, making it a strong contender in the mainstream market.
The RX 8800 XT is shaping up to be a highly competitive offering, potentially challenging NVIDIA's dominance in the mainstream GPU segment. The battle between the upcoming RTX 5070 and the RX 8800 series will be one to watch.
