The upcoming AMD RX 9000 series is generating significant buzz in the tech world, with leaks about its performance and pricing surfacing almost daily. A recent leak from a reputable source on X (formerly Twitter) offers potential insights into the RX 9070’s clock speeds, suggesting previous predictions might be inaccurate.
Reliable leaker momomo_us on X, known for accurate GPU and CPU information, shared potential clock speeds for AMD’s next-generation GPU. While the specific card wasn’t identified, the frequencies hint at the non-XT version of the RX 9070, rather than the flagship RX 9070 XT. These clock speeds represent a slight improvement over the RX 7700 XT, which is consistent with expectations.
According to the leak, the GPU will feature a base clock of 1,440MHz, a game clock of 2,210MHz, and a boost clock of 2,700GHz. In comparison, the RX 7700 XT boasts a 1,435MHz base clock, a 2,171MHz game clock, and a 2,544MHz boost clock. Interestingly, the RX 7800 XT, while a strong performer, had lower clock speeds across the board.
Given that the RX 9070 XT is expected to be comparable to the RX 7900 XT, this leak further supports the theory that these clock speeds pertain to the non-XT model.
Previous leaks suggested AMD’s new GPUs could reach clock speeds of 3GHz or higher. This new information suggests those predictions might be off the mark, although it’s possible both scenarios are accurate. The RX 9070 XT could still achieve 3GHz or more, while the non-XT variant might peak around 2.7GHz.
Numerous leaks have circulated regarding the performance and specifications of both the RX 9070 XT and its non-XT counterpart. Similar 3GHz+ predictions were made for RDNA 3, which ultimately didn’t materialize. Therefore, it’s prudent to approach these leaks with a degree of caution. However, the wait for official confirmation won’t be long. AMD is scheduled to unveil the new cards on February 28th during a dedicated event.
The RX 9070’s potential clock speeds offer exciting prospects for gamers. While the exact performance remains to be seen, the incremental improvements over the previous generation suggest a promising upgrade. The official announcement on February 28th will undoubtedly shed more light on the RX 9000 series and its capabilities.
