AMD Quietly Launches the Radeon RX 9060, Edge‑Drawing Against Nvidia’s Budget ARM
Benchmark Surprise
In a recent performance rundown by the South‑Korean outlet Technosaurus, the AMD Radeon RX 9060 (non‑XT model) delivered a noticeable edge over Nvidia’s RTX 5050—outperforming it by roughly 19%—and came almost level with the RTX 5060. The station noted that the 5060 finished only 2 % faster on average for 1080p games at maximum settings, while the RX 9060 XT pulled ahead by 6.2 %.
Specs at a Glance
- Compute Units: 28 CUs, equivalent to 1,792 shaders
- Video RAM: 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128‑bit bus, clocked up to 18 Gbps
- Target Price: Expected to sit under $250, pending wider release
Current Availability
At present, the RX 9060 non‑XT is sold exclusively in pre‑built gaming PCs, a strategy driven by limited production volume. Technosaurus reports pricing around 350 k–390 k KRW for the non‑XT and approximately 490 k KRW for the 9060 XT, with system builders using a 7500F budget platform for the test and a 98X3D rig for the comparison.
Why It Matters
- Competitive Leap: A 19% advantage over the RTX 5050 establishes the RX 9060 as more than a modest upgrade, potentially reshaping the low‑budget segment.
- Market Incentive: Matching the RTX 5060’s performance could entice manufacturers to offer cheaper gaming configurations that still deliver solid 1080p experience.
- Nvidia’s Shortfall: With the RTX 5050 still underwhelming, the AMD card may fill the void for cost‑conscious gamers.
Future Outlook
It remains unclear whether AMD will expand the RX 9060 beyond OEM limits. Should the GPU reach the DIY market, it would provide a compelling alternative to Nvidia’s budget line. If it stays in pre‑built PCs, the card will likely shine in affordable gaming rigs. The industry waits to see a broader release trend that could bring the RX 9060 to wider audiences.
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