AMD is setting the record straight about its upcoming Radeon RX 9070 "RDNA 4" GPUs. Frank Azor, AMD's Chief Architect of Gaming, has publicly dismissed earlier performance rumors, indicating that the actual gaming performance will be significantly better than what leaks suggested.
Azor Dismisses Inaccurate Leaks, Hints at Stronger Performance
In a recent interview, Frank Azor addressed the performance expectations for the Radeon RX 9070 XT, specifically calling pre-CES leaks "inaccurate." He stated that the actual performance will be higher than what was suggested by the early speculation.
Targeting the 70-Series Competition
According to Azor, the RX 9000 GPU lineup will showcase significantly improved raster and ray tracing performance. They're positioning the RX 9070 series to compete directly with NVIDIA's 70 cards, suggesting a direct battle with the RTX 5070 and 5070 Ti.
Pricing Expectations and Competition
While specifics remain under wraps, Azor confirmed that the RX 9070 XT will not exceed the $1000 price point, potentially aiming for a price tag that is competitive with the RTX 5070 launch price of $549. An earlier listing of a Gigabyte RX 9070 XT Gaming OC at $529 indicates that the reference card could retail for under $500. AMD is likely focusing on competitive raster performance, as NVIDIA is anticipated to remain dominant in ray tracing.
