- First leaks of AMD's RDNA 5 GPUs with details on high-end and mid-range models
- A radical performance leap over the previous generation and direct competition with upcoming Nvidia cards are expected.
- Leaked specs point to a focus on both gaming and AI
- Names and characteristics may still vary as these are unofficial data and subject to change.
AMD prepares its next assault on the graphics sector with the arrival of the family of GPUs under architecture RDNA5Although there is still no official confirmation from the company, several leaks have revealed the first technical details and expected models for this generation, which promises to fight both in Gaming as in tasks related to the Artificial Intelligence.
Various reputable outlets and leakers, such as Moore's Law Is Dead, have revealed internal schematics and charts that appear to point to a change of strategy AMD, focusing its efforts again on the high end and regaining ground against its main competitors. The generational gap which is anticipated to be a turning point in the PC graphics card market.
The RX 10090 XT: The Big Bet for the Enthusiast User
The main course of the leaks is the one that could be the flagship card of the RDNA 5 family: provisionally known as RX 10090 XT. This GPU would mount 154 compute units (CUs) and 36 GB of GDDR7 memory operating at a speed of 36 GbpsThe memory bandwidth would be 1.728 GB / s and the bus a 384 bits, placing this card as a benchmark for extreme gaming.
According to the information gathered, The chip would be manufactured using the TSMC N3 process. and would use the interface PCIe 5.0. Estimated energy consumption round the 380 W, a high figure but in line with the level of performance promised.
Theoretical filtered performance puts the RX 10090 XT up to 264% above the current RTX 4080 Nvidia, which could be a significant blow if confirmed. However, even the sources themselves warn that these figures may be somewhat inflated pending actual data.
Intermediate models and AI orientation
Along with the enthusiast variant, AMD is said to have planned Models for the mid-range segment and artificial intelligence applicationsThe chip-based model stands out AT2, which corresponds to the RX 10070 XT. This card, according to what has been leaked, would offer 64 CUs, 18GB GDDR7 VRAM and a bandwidth of 864 GB / sThese specifications would position it as a possible direct rival to future Nvidia solutions in the mid-range.
The estimated price range for this model would be around 600 Euros, thus maintaining AMD's tendency to seek good value for money in that range. In addition, other intermediate models such as the RX 10070 GRE and the RX 10060 XT, designed to cover different needs and compete in both conventional gaming and professional environments.
At the most advanced level, a chip called CGVDI to 184 CUs and up to 128 GB of GDDR7, whose orientation would be clearly focused on HPC applications and artificial intelligence more than the domestic market.
Absence of Infinity Cache and new technical approaches
One of the most talked about new features is the Possible disappearance of the Infinity Cache in the new RDNA 5 GPUs. According to rumors, AMD could replace it with a 3D stacked L3 cache system, seeking greater efficiency and optimization in memory access. This change would respond to the need to adapt to the new demands of both modern gaming and AI accelerators.
The RDNA 5 range, with variants ranging from the from the highest market segment to options for compact systems, aims to cover a broader spectrum than previous generations. Everything indicates that AMD is working on solutions for both dedicated graphics cards and APUs integrated into consoles and PCs.
What to expect in the coming months?
The release dates for the first RDNA 5 GPUs are not entirely clear, but The forecasts speak of 2026 or 2027. Expectations may vary depending on AMD's development and strategy, and major specification adjustments are still expected before launch.
Despite the leak of many technical data, All model names and figures are subject to change. in the coming months. Sources insist that the figures presented are not final and that AMD will continue to refine both performance and energy efficiency.
Rumors indicate that AMD could offer a closer competition to Nvidia in the next generation, although it remains to be seen whether the performance promises will translate into real results or remain within the realm of initial expectations.
