BREAKING: AMD has just announced the launch of the new Radeon RX 9060 non-XT model, featuring reduced specs that include fewer cores and slower memory. This development is significant for gamers and PC builders alike, as AMD’s latest offering may not be readily available for direct purchase.
The Radeon RX 9060 sports 28 RDNA 4 compute units, a step down from the 32 units found in its higher-performing counterpart, the RX 9060 XT. It maintains the same 8 GB VRAM but with slower 18 Gbps GDDR6 memory, reducing overall bandwidth from 320 GB/s to 288 GB/s. This downgrade suggests a performance drop of approximately 15% compared to the RX 9060 XT.
AMD has not specified clock speeds for the RX 9060, but industry listings indicate a boost clock of around 2,990 MHz, compared to the 3,130 MHz of the RX 9060 XT. The lack of clock speed information raises questions about the new GPU’s performance potential, which is crucial for gamers at 1080p resolution.
Notably, AMD has provided performance metrics at native 1080p Ultra Settings: the RX 9060 delivers 108 FPS in “Assassin’s Creed Mirage,” 98 FPS in “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6,” 153 FPS in “DOOM Eternal (RT),” and 67 FPS in “Dragon Age: The Veilguard.” These figures highlight the GPU’s capabilities, albeit with the limitation of only 8 GB VRAM.
While AMD’s RX 9060 XT has a listed price starting at $299, it remains uncertain if the non-XT version will be available for direct purchases by individual consumers. Instead, it seems targeted primarily at PC builders and system integrators.
The RX 9060’s launch adds to AMD’s competitive lineup, particularly as it aims to capture budget-conscious gamers. The RX 9060 XT has been noted for its 6% performance advantage over the RTX 5060 Ti at 1440p across 40 games, making the RX 9060’s performance figures all the more critical for comparison.
In summary, AMD’s Radeon RX 9060 non-XT presents a mixed bag for gamers, offering lower specs and possibly limited availability. Consumers eager for entry-level RDNA 4 gaming performance should stay tuned for pricing details and purchase options.
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