RDNA 4 Has Another Player Introducing the RX 9070 GRE
Just when you had AMD's RDNA 4 lineup settled in your head, rumors are circulating of a new contender. The Radeon RX 9070 GRE may be on the horizon. It seems that AMD cannot be content with just the RX 9070 XT and RX 9070. They might be preparing to introduce serious competition to the value-conscious graphics card market.
So far, AMD has launched the Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070
Both cards utilize the Navi 48 GPU and feature 16GB of VRAM. Priced at $599 and $549 respectively, these cards are already making an impact. AMD reports the RX 9070 is outselling some RTX 50 series GPUs. Could even more RDNA 4 options be coming soon
Introducing the RX 9070 GRE
According to ITHome reports, the answer may be yes. Rumors indicate AMD is working on a new card, the Radeon RX 9070 GRE. The "GRE," or "Great Radeon Edition," naming scheme is typically for cards aimed at specific regions, particularly Asia-Pacific. Past GRE cards, such as the RX 6750 GRE and RX 7900 GRE, have sometimes seen broader global releases. Could the RX 9070 GRE follow suit
Targeting Value Lower Price, Competitive Performance
The rumor is that the Radeon RX 9070 GRE will be positioned as an even greater value proposition than the already popular RX 9070. The goal is to provide excellent gaming performance at an attractive price point. This is aimed particularly at gamers who might find the XT model too expensive. Rumored pricing leans towards a sub-$500 tag, possibly between $449 and $499.
Under the Hood Expected Specifications
Details are still vague, but the RX 9070 GRE should use a further trimmed variant of the Navi 48 core. Memory configurations may also be adjusted. Rumors suggest a 192-bit memory bus and 12GB VRAM. This specification points to direct competition with NVIDIA's RTX 5070, which also features 12GB of memory.
These are early rumors and final specifications may change. More concrete information is needed for a clearer picture of AMD's plans. The rumored launch of the RX 9070 GRE is anticipated before the arrival of the Radeon RX 9060 XT (Navi 44) later this quarter.
The Value Battle Heats Up
If these rumors are accurate, the Radeon RX 9070 GRE could be a very interesting addition to the graphics card market. It suggests AMD is focused on offering compelling options at various price points. An under-$500 RDNA 4 card would significantly impact the mid-range segment. Monitor for further news as a potential release approaches.
Source: ITHome reports
