AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT & RX 9070 GPU Performance Revealed: Similar To RX 7900 GRE & RX 7800 XT

Recent leaks from Geekbench have provided the first performance metrics for AMD’s upcoming RDNA 4-based graphics cards, the Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs. This information paints an exciting picture ahead of the official launch, anticipated for early March.

Performance Insights: RX 9070 XT vs RX 7900 GRE

The data reveals that the Radeon RX 9070 XT performs similarly to the RX 7900 GRE, while the RX 9070 appears comparable to the RX 7800 XT in various performance tests. The leaked benchmarks give enthusiasts and gamers a sneak peek into how these new graphics processors might behave under real-world usage.

The Radeon RX 9070 XT boasts 64 compute units with a total of 4, 096 stream processors. It operates at a maximum clock speed of 2, 570 MHz and is paired with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. In contrast, the non-XT RX 9070 features 56 compute units, 3, 584 stream processors, and runs at a maximum clock speed of 2, 210 MHz, both equipped with the same amount of VRAM.

AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and 9070 Performance Metrics — Image Source: Geekbench 6

Performance comparisons indicate that:

The RX 9070 XT scored 177, 395 points in Vulkan tests and 179, 178 points in OpenCL tests.
The RX 9070 achieved 158, 520 points in Vulkan and 140, 842 points in OpenCL.

Specifically, in Vulkan performance, the RX 9070 XT matched the RX 7900 GRE, while the RX 9070 aligned closely with the RX 7800 XT. In OpenCL, the RX 9070 XT exceeded the performance of the RX 7900 XT, and the standard RX 9070 was on par with the RX 7800 XT.

Cutting-edge Features of RDNA 4 Architecture

The upcoming AMD RDNA 4 architecture promises to deliver significant gains in both performance and efficiency. Noteworthy improvements include enhanced ray tracing capabilities and advanced AI/ML functionalities, which will be harnessed through software technologies such as FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 (FSR4).

Moreover, AMD aims to strategically position its offerings within the mainstream and high-end market sectors, catering specifically to gamers’ interests. Expect further announcements regarding the RDNA 4 lineup in the near future as excitement continues to build.

AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series (Preliminary Specifications)

Graphics Card	GPU	Cores	Max Clock	Memory	TBP
Radeon RX 9070 XTX?	Ship 48 @ 4nm	4, 096	TBD	32 GB GDDR6 (256-bit)	TBD
Radeon RX 9070 XT	Ship 48 @ 4nm	4, 096	2, 570 MHz?	16 GB GDDR6 (256-bit)	304W
Radeon RX 9070	Ship 48 @ 4nm	3, 584	2, 210 MHz?	16 GB GDDR6 (256-bit)	220W
Radeon RX 9060 XT	Ship 44 @ 4nm	TBD	TBD	8 GB GDDR6 (128-bit?)	TBD
Radeon RX 9060	Ship 44 @ 4nm	TBD	TBD	8 GB GDDR6 (128-bit?)	TBD