AMD has introduced the Radeon RX 7700, a new 16GB graphics card that draws from the previous generation’s RDNA 3 architecture. This launch comes as a surprise, especially considering the RX 7700’s specifications diverge significantly from its predecessor, the RX 7700 XT, which features only 12GB of VRAM and was released two years ago. Targeted at gamers who enjoy 1440p resolutions, AMD claims that this GPU can handle several contemporary titles, including Hogwarts Legacy and Ghost of Tsushima, at frame rates exceeding 60fps.
Among the games highlighted is Call of Duty Black Ops 6, which AMD asserts can achieve 71fps at 1440p with ultra settings on the new RX 7700. While this performance is commendable, it faces stiff competition; the recently reviewed Radeon RX 9060 XT managed to run the same game at 76fps using the higher extreme preset at the same resolution. This raises the question of whether the RX 7700 will be priced attractively enough to entice buyers. Furthermore, Black Ops 6 supports FSR 4, which enhances the frame rate to an impressive 102fps on the Quality setting. In contrast, the RX 7700 officially supports only FSR 3, which does not deliver the same level of image quality during gameplay.
AMD Radeon RX 7700 specs
| RX 7700 specs | |
| Compute units | 40 |
| Stream processors | 2,560 |
| RT cores | 40 |
| AI cores | 80 |
| Infinity Cache | 40MB |
| VRAM | 16GB GDDR6 19.5Gbps |
| Memory interface | 256-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 624GB/s |
| Total graphics power | 263W |
| Power connectors | 2 x 8-pin |
| Architecture | RDNA 3 |
The specifications of the Radeon RX 7700 present a unique blend of low-end and mid-range capabilities. With its 256-bit memory interface, it surpasses the 192-bit bus of the RX 7700 XT, and the additional 4GB of GDDR6 VRAM enhances its appeal. The memory operates at a speed of up to 19.5Gbps, compared to the 18Gbps of the RX 7700 XT, resulting in a total memory bandwidth of 624GB/s—significantly faster than the 432GB/s offered by its predecessor.
However, the rendering power of the RX 7700 is notably less than that of the RX 7700 XT, featuring only 40 compute units and 2,560 stream processors. This positions it between the 2,048 stream processors of the RX 7600 XT and the 3,456 found in the RX 7700 XT. While the RX 7700 boasts a respectable amount of memory, it represents a considerable reduction in GPU power.
In terms of ray tracing capabilities, the RX 7700 includes 40 RT cores, a decrease from the 54 available in the RX 7700 XT, yet an improvement over the 32 RT cores in the RX 7600 XT. Additionally, the RX 7700 houses 80 AI cores, albeit less advanced than those in AMD’s latest offerings. Although the RDNA 3 architecture does not officially support FSR 4, modders have discovered methods to enable this feature.
AMD Radeon RX 7700 price estimate
As of now, AMD has not disclosed a price for the Radeon RX 7700, leading to speculation that it may be intended primarily for OEMs and pre-built system manufacturers rather than individual gamers. The competitive landscape is fierce, with contenders like the 16GB Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and AMD’s own RX 9060 XT vying for attention. To capture the interest of potential buyers, AMD will need to ensure that the RX 7700 is priced competitively.
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