Radeon RX 9070 XT
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Grab a free Radeon RX 9070 XT, or one of five other GPUs, thanks to AMDAMD is hosting a giveaway where participants can win one of six graphics cards, including two Radeon RX 9070 XT and one RX 7900 XTX. The sweepstakes, named "JACK'S AMD RADEON™ GPU DROP" after senior vice president Jack Huynh, celebrates the availability of AMD FSR 4.1 on RX 7000 GPUs. Entries are open until July 5, 2026, for users over 18 in eligible countries.
Valve upgrades AMD's 9070 XT GPU in the Steam Hardware Survey, finally allowing the credit it deservesValve's Steam Hardware Survey for May shows a significant, implausible increase in the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT's user numbers. This surge, from negligible to 1.33%, is likely due to changes in how Valve collects or tags GPU data, with the 9070 XT now being correctly identified instead of being lumped into a generic 'AMD Radeon Graphics' category.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is a China-exclusive GPU that could become globalPackaging for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card has leaked with English branding, suggesting a potential global release outside of China. This mid-range GPU features a Navi 48 GPU and 12GB GDDR6 RAM, positioning it as a competitor to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070. While currently a China-exclusive 'Golden Rabbit Edition', its potential worldwide launch could offer a more affordable option in the current GPU market.
If this breakdown of the full cost of producing your favourite graphics card is accurate, then prices for certain GPUs are going to make 64 GB DDR5 kits look cheapA breakdown of graphics card production costs suggests that prices for certain GPUs, particularly high-end models, are set to increase significantly. Factors like DRAM shortages, increased wafer prices from TSMC, and rising shipping costs are contributing to these hikes, with some cards already exceeding MSRP and more price surges expected.
The RTX 5060 Ti wouldn't be my first choice, but it's one of the only GPUs at MSRP right nowDespite not being a top-tier choice, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti is presented as a viable option for PC gamers due to its current MSRP pricing, especially compared to other GPUs. While it performs best at 1440p and struggles with ray tracing at higher resolutions, it can achieve 4K with AI upscaling. An AMD alternative, the RX 9060 XT, is also discussed for its native performance advantages.
Linux installs jump to over 5% of gamers on the latest Steam Hardware Survey while the RTX 5070 reverts to the normThe latest Steam Hardware Survey for March shows a significant increase in Linux adoption among gamers, jumping to 5.33%, while Windows 11 usage also rose at the expense of Windows 10. GPU statistics have normalized after a suspicious spike for the Nvidia RTX 5070 in February, with the RTX 3060 returning to the top spot.
PC parts prices are brutal right now, so this Skytech RX 9070 XT gaming desktop for $1,649 is worth a serious lookThe Skytech Gaming O11V gaming desktop is available for $1,649.99 at Best Buy, a $230 discount. This configuration features an AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 processor, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD, making it a compelling option for 1440p and 4K gaming at current PC part prices.
I still have a soft spot for the Radeon RX 7900 XTX in 2026, but does this last-gen flagship hold its own against…This analysis evaluates the continued relevance of the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card in 2026, comparing its performance against newer Nvidia and AMD offerings like the RTX 5070 and RX 9070 XT. Despite lacking newer features like Redstone frame generation, the 7900 XTX demonstrates strong native 4K performance, often outperforming competitors that rely heavily on AI upscaling, though pricing remains a key consideration.