This shift, rumored by leakers HXL and supported by data from All The Watts, could be announced at CES next month.
The RDNA 4 family is expected to feature a fresh "X0X0" naming pattern, marking a departure from AMD's current "XX00" convention. This update fixes architectural distinctions, with RDNA 3.5 GPUs, such as the upcoming Strix Halo, continuing under the RX 8000 branding while RDNA 4 GPUs debut as the RX 9000 series.
In this rebranded lineup, the successor to the RX 7600 is rumoured to be the RX 9060. Interestingly, leaks suggest the RX 9070 XT will be RDNA 4’s flagship GPU, not the RX 9080 XT as might be expected. This means AMD may have renamed its GPUs and reorganised their hierarchical structure, with the RX 9070 XT replacing what was previously the RX 8800 XT.
Alongside the RDNA 4 rollout, AMD appears to be preparing additional RDNA 3 GPUs for both desktops and laptops. Potential releases include the RX 7750, RX 7650, and RX 7650 GRE for desktops, as well as laptop-focused GPUs like the RX 7650S, RX 7750S, RX 7650M, and RX 7650M XT.
Leaked details indicate the RX 9060 and RX 9050 will feature a 128-bit memory bus, while the lower-end RX 9040 will use a 96-bit interface. A clamshell configuration will allow Navi 44 GPUs to offer either 8GB or 16GB of VRAM, though the RX 9060 is expected to stick to an 8GB setup. This decision may disappoint some gamers, especially as Intel’s Arc B580 GPU raises the bar for budget options with its 12GB memory configuration.
The leaks hint at RDNA 4-based mobile GPUs potentially launching in January. Expected models include the RX 9070M XT, RX 9070M, and RX 9070S. While specifications remain unclear, these additions suggest AMD’s commitment to expanding its mobile GPU offerings to compete in the high-performance laptop market.
A French retailer recently posted listings for the RX 9070 XT and RX 9070. These early leaks lend further credence to the anticipated lineup changes. However, the rumored 128-bit memory bus across multiple models may raise eyebrows among enthusiasts expecting more robust specifications, particularly in the mid-range and budget categories.
