AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE Arrives: China Gets Exclusive New Graphics Card
AMD has introduced a new graphics card, the Radeon RX 7650 GRE. This "Golden Rabbit Edition" card is designed specifically for the Chinese market. It strategically fits between the Radeon RX 7600 and the more powerful RX 7600 XT, offering a balanced performance option.
Positioned for Performance and Price: Radeon RX 7650 GRE Cards
The RX 7650 GRE follows AMD's established naming convention. Similar to the RX 7900 GRE, this card bridges the gap between existing models. It provides a performance upgrade from the RX 7600 without reaching the RX 7600 XT level. This tailored approach gives Chinese gamers a precisely segmented choice within AMD's product stack.
Board partners like ASRock and PowerColor are already showcasing custom RX 7650 GRE designs. Expect models such as the ASRock Challenger and PowerColor Hellhound. These will likely feature dual-fan cooling and factory overclocking for enhanced performance.
Navi 33 Under the Hood: Familiar Specifications
The RX 7650 GRE utilizes the Navi 33 die, shared with both the RX 7600 and RX 7600 XT. It features 32 Compute Units, aligning it closely with the RX 7600 in processing capability. A key difference from the XT model is memory. The RX 7650 GRE includes 8GB GDDR6 memory, consistent with the RX 7600, rather than the RX 7600 XT's 16GB. Memory bus width and bandwidth also mirror the RX 7600.
Clock Speeds and Power Consumption
Clock speeds on the RX 7650 GRE are increased compared to the base RX 7600. The boost clock reaches 2695 MHz, a slight increase from the RX 7600's 2655 MHz. However, it remains below the RX 7600 XT's 2755 MHz boost clock. Power consumption is also marginally higher at 170W TDP. This is a small increase from the RX 7600's 165W and significantly less than the RX 7600 XT's 190W. A single 8-pin power connector provides streamlined power delivery.
Pricing and Market Availability
AMD's official price for the Radeon RX 7650 GRE is 2,099 yuan, approximately US $289. This price point is slightly above the RX 7600 launch price and below the RX 7600 XT. The RX 7650 GRE appears to be an appealing option for gamers in China seeking a solid 1080p or even 1440p gaming experience at a reasonable price.
