AMD has quietly pulled back the curtain on its latest graphics card, the Radeon RX 9060, a slightly scaled-back version of the RX 9060 XT. This new card offers fewer shaders, slower memory speeds, and notably reduced power consumption.
Initially, there was some confusion about its specs, with AMD inadvertently sharing incorrect details that suggested more Stream Processors. It turns out the RX 9060 features 1792 Stream Processors across 28 Compute Units, as opposed to the 32 Compute Units found in its XT sibling. This means it might not be as swift, but it does bring a few other tweaks to the table.
The RX 9060 retains 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, though with a capped speed of 18 Gbps, offering a reduced bandwidth of 288 GB/s. The card also hosts fewer Ray and AI Accelerators, indicating modest capabilities in ray tracing and AI-driven tasks. However, thanks to these modifications, the GPU is more power-efficient, boasting a thermal design power of just 132W, making it ideal for those seeking energy savings. AMD recommends using a 450W power supply to accommodate the card’s needs.
Enthusiasts will be pleased to learn that the RX 9060 supports all the latest technologies, including AV1 Encoding and Decoding, ensuring compatibility with most formats. While AMD’s reference design might not hit the market, custom editions are expected from their partners, featuring modern outputs like DP 2.1a and HDMI 2.1b.
In terms of performance, AMD claims impressive feats with the RX 9060. The card promises over 100 FPS in several popular triple-A titles at ultra settings in 1080p, including games like Assassin’s Creed: Mirage and God of War: Ragnarok. However, these figures should be approached cautiously as the specific testing configurations remain undisclosed.
Further enhancing the user experience, the RX 9060 is already supported by the latest AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 25.8.1, ready for those eager to dive in.
The Radeon RX 9060 fits into AMD’s RDNA 4 lineup with a modern 4nm architecture by TSMC. Its specs make it a strong contender for gamers seeking performance with efficiency. As its release unfolds, more insights and reviews will likely reveal the card’s true prowess in the gaming world.
