GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

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 — $131 EUR cheaper.

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AMD
Radeon RX 9070
Price
€575
Performance
45%
VRAM
16 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

Price
€706
Performance
52%
VRAM
16 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+18% Boost Clock (2,970 MHz vs 2,520 MHz)
+14% Stream Processors (4,096 vs 3,584)
+14% Ray Accelerators (64 vs 56)

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 $575 EUR against $706 EUR for the Radeon RX 9070 XT. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 9070 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~6% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 9070 XT still sits about $107 EUR above its $599 EUR MSRP.

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?

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is noticeably faster, roughly 16% ahead. The Radeon RX 9070 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 9070 or the Radeon RX 9070 XT?

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Is the Radeon RX 9070 XT worth the extra $131 EUR over the Radeon RX 9070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 9070 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationRadeon RX 9070Radeon RX 9070 XT
ArchitectureRDNA 4RDNA 4
Process NodeTSMC N4TSMC N4
CUDA Cores (Stream Processors / Stream Processors)3,5844,096
Ray Tracing Cores5664
Tensor / AI Cores112128

Clock Speeds

SpecificationRadeon RX 9070Radeon RX 9070 XT
Base Clock1,330 MHz1,660 MHz
Boost Clock2,520 MHz2,970 MHz

Memory

SpecificationRadeon RX 9070Radeon RX 9070 XT
VRAM Capacity16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed20 Gbps20 Gbps
Bandwidth644.6 GB/s644.6 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationRadeon RX 9070Radeon RX 9070 XT
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x16
TDP220 W304 W
Power Connectors2x 8-pin2x 8-pin
ReleasedMar 2025Mar 2025