AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9060 XT – $299 8GB and $349 16GB Models to Challenge NVIDIA

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AMD has officially announced its Radeon RX 9060 XT graphics card, set to launch on June 5 with aggressive pricing aimed directly at NVIDIA’s RTX 5060 Ti. The new GPU will be available in two memory configurations—8GB for $299 and 16GB for $349—giving budget-conscious gamers more flexibility than NVIDIA’s competing offerings.

AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9060 XT - $299 8GB and $349 16GB Models to Challenge NVIDIA
AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9060 XT – $299 8GB and $349 16GB Models to Challenge NVIDIA

Performance Claims and Market Positioning

During its Computex keynote, AMD showcased slides suggesting the RX 9060 XT (16GB) outperforms the RTX 5060 Ti (8GB) by 6% on average, with a 15% better performance-per-dollar ratio. However, AMD compared its 16GB variant against NVIDIA’s 8GB model, which could skew real-world expectations.

Key features of the RX 9060 XT include:

  • Full PCIe 5.0 x16 support (beneficial for older systems)
  • Navi 44 GPU architecture
  • Partner-only designs (no AMD reference model)

Why the Lack of a Reference Model Matters

Unlike previous launches, AMD will not produce its own reference design, leaving customization entirely to partners like ASUS, Sapphire, and PowerColor. While this allows for more variety in cooling solutions, it also raises concerns about price stability and availability. The RX 9070 series faced similar challenges, with retailers frequently listing cards above MSRP due to limited stock allocation.

AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9060 XT - $299 8GB and $349 16GB Models to Challenge NVIDIA
AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9060 XT – $299 8GB and $349 16GB Models to Challenge NVIDIA

How It Stacks Up Against NVIDIA

AMD’s pricing undercuts NVIDIA’s RTX 5060 Ti, which starts at $399 for the 16GB model. Additionally, AMD is not restricting reviewers from testing the 8GB variant, unlike NVIDIA, which has faced criticism for limiting access to its lower-memory models.

Potential Pitfalls to Watch

  • Supply constraints could lead to inflated prices post-launch.
  • Real-world performance may not match AMD’s curated benchmarks.
  • Power efficiency remains unconfirmed—will it match RDNA 3’s improvements?

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Should You Wait for Reviews?

Given AMD’s history of launch-day shortages and fluctuating prices, cautious buyers may want to wait for:

  • Independent benchmarks (expected early June)
  • Retail availability confirmation
  • Potential NVIDIA price adjustments in response

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