AMD has unveiled its latest addition to the RDNA 3 lineup, the Radeon RX 7650 Golden Rabbit Edition (GRE), a graphics card specifically designed for the Chinese market. This new release strategically slots in between the existing Radeon RX 7600 and RX 7600 XT models, offering a performance level that bridges their capabilities.
The RX 7650 GRE follows a similar concept to the RX 7900 GRE, which is positioned between the RX 7800 XT and RX 7900 XT, though it leans closer to the less powerful card in the series. This new model maintains the same Navi 33 architecture seen in its predecessors, featuring 32 Compute Units and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, coupled with a few performance tweaks to set it apart.
Differentiating the RX 7650 GRE from the RX 7600 is its marginally elevated boost clock speed, which sits at 2695 MHz—an improvement over the RX 7600’s 2655 MHz. However, it remains under the RX 7600 XT’s 2755 MHz. Power consumption sees a slight increase, with a TDP bump from 165W to 170W, yet it still manages efficiently with a single 8-pin power connector, keeping power demands lower than the RX 7600 XT.
AMD’s partnership with ASRock and PowerColor brings custom variations to the market, including the ASRock Challenger and PowerColor Hellhound editions, each featuring a reliable dual-fan cooling system to ensure optimal performance.
Priced at 2,099 yuan (approximately $289), the RX 7650 GRE presents an affordable increase over the RX 7600’s launch price, while still being a budget-friendly option compared to the RX 7600 XT. This strategic pricing offers consumers a new choice that balances performance and cost.
Overall, AMD’s latest addition showcases its continued commitment to catering to diverse market needs, offering gamers in China an exciting new graphics option that effectively balances power and value. This release could potentially drive interest and demand in the region, positioning AMD strongly in the competitive graphics card market.
