consumer reactions

AMD has launched the RX 9070 XT and RX 9060 XT, improving its consumer perception, especially compared to Nvidia's underperforming RTX 5070. However, AMD is facing backlash for transitioning RDNA 1 and 2 graphics cards to legacy support. The announcement indicated new game support for Radeon RX 7000 and 9000 series products, but concerns arose regarding the lack of support for RDNA 2, which could affect gaming handhelds. Consumer frustration has been evident on platforms like Reddit, where many questioned the decision to discontinue RDNA 2 support, particularly for GPUs like the 6700XT, 6800XT, and 6900XT. The absence of ongoing support may reduce the value of RDNA 2 cards for future builds, contrasting with Nvidia's continued support for its older RTX 20-series cards. This shift in AMD's support strategy raises concerns about the longevity of RDNA 1 and 2 cards in the evolving gaming landscape.