GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
It's a tight race! Both the Radeon RX 9070 and the Radeon RX 9070 XT offer nearly identical market value.
The Radeon RX 9070 XT is noticeably faster than the Radeon RX 9070, leading by roughly 16% in our performance index. The Radeon RX 9070, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $90 EUR cheaper.
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Radeon RX 9070 XT vs Radeon RX 9070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Radeon RX 9070 XT vs Radeon RX 9070
The Radeon RX 9070 XT is noticeably faster, around 16% ahead of the Radeon RX 9070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p. The Radeon RX 9070 XT packs 4,096 stream processors versus 3,584 on the Radeon RX 9070.
Price & Value
Right now the Radeon RX 9070 starts at $559 EUR against $649 EUR for the Radeon RX 9070 XT. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 9070 offers the better performance-per-dollar, so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully.
Power & Efficiency
The Radeon RX 9070 draws just 220W versus 304W for the Radeon RX 9070 XT, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Which should you buy: Radeon RX 9070 or Radeon RX 9070 XT?
Choose the Radeon RX 9070 XT if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 9070 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Radeon RX 9070 XT better than the Radeon RX 9070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 9070 or the Radeon RX 9070 XT?
Is the Radeon RX 9070 XT worth the extra $90 EUR over the Radeon RX 9070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | Radeon RX 9070 | Radeon RX 9070 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | RDNA 4 | RDNA 4 |
| Process Node | TSMC N4 | TSMC N4 |
| CUDA Cores (Stream Processors / Stream Processors) | 3,584 | 4,096✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 56 | 64✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 112 | 128✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | Radeon RX 9070 | Radeon RX 9070 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,330 MHz | 1,660 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 2,520 MHz | 2,970 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | Radeon RX 9070 | Radeon RX 9070 XT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 20 Gbps | 20 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 644.6 GB/s | 644.6 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | Radeon RX 9070 | Radeon RX 9070 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 220 W✓ | 304 W |
| Power Connectors | 2x 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Released | Mar 2025 | Mar 2025 |
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