➀ AMD will have a separate event to cover RDNA 4 and FSR 4; ➁ Details about the Radeon RX 9000 series and FSR 4 were discussed; ➂ The RX 9000 series will be positioned in the mid-range segment with prices between $300 and $1000.
Recent #graphics news in the semiconductor industry
➀ NVIDIA unveiled the GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, featuring fifth-generation Tensor Cores and fourth-generation RT Cores for AI-driven rendering. The RTX 5090 GPU is the fastest GeForce RTX GPU to date. ➁ The GeForce RTX 50 Series brings significant advancements in graphics capabilities and efficiency. ➂ NVIDIA DLSS 4 boosts performance by up to 8x, and RTX Neural Shaders bring AI to shaders, enhancing real-time rendering quality. ➃ GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs enable autonomous game characters with NVIDIA ACE technology, and support AI-powered tools for creators.
➀ Dell's Alienware Area-51 returns with new 16- and 18-inch laptops featuring a Gorilla Glass window and color-shifting paint job; ➁ The laptops are set to offer high-end specifications including RTX 5090 GPUs and Core Ultra 9 CPUs; ➂ Dell also introduces a new Area-51 desktop with advanced cooling capabilities and a user-friendly upgrade process.
➀ AMD explains the absence of the RDNA 4 GPUs in its CES 2025 livestream; ➁ The company plans to reveal more details later this quarter; ➂ AMD's focus on the mid-range market with RDNA 4
➀ Nvidia's upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU is rumored to feature 24GB of GDDR7 memory; ➁ The GPU is expected to be based on the GB203 GPU with a 256-bit memory bus; ➂ The move to GDDR7 memory promises a substantial increase in bandwidth for the RTX 50 series.
➀ Intel is reportedly planning to launch the Arc Pro Battlemage graphics cards with 24 GB of VRAM; ➁ The new cards will replace the current Arc Pro A-series cards with up to 12 GB of VRAM; ➂ The 24 GB Arc Pro model is aimed at AI inference workloads, particularly for large language models and Gen-AI applications.
➀ The upcoming AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is rumored to have a TDP of up to 330W; ➁ The base frequency is expected to be 2.8 GHz with boost clocks between 3.0 and 3.1 GHz; ➂ The performance is said to be within 5% of the RTX 4080 in games.
➀ AMD's upcoming Radeon RX 9700 XT is linked to leaked benchmark scores; ➁ Performance results are inconclusive, with some tests showing it at the same level as the RX 7900 GRE and others placing it above the RX 7900 XT; ➂ The RX 9700 XT is expected to be priced between $449 and $649.
➀ Leaks suggest the upcoming Nvidia RTX 50 series laptop GPUs will feature 16GB VRAM and up to 175W TDP; ➁ Asus ROG laptops with RTX 50 series GPUs will be powered by both AMD and Intel CPUs; ➂ The RTX 5090 Laptop GPU is listed with only 16 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, half the capacity of its desktop counterpart.
➀ Thunderobot hints at the launch of the RTX 50 series mobile GPUs at CES 2025; ➁ The laptops will feature Intel's Arrow Lake-H/HX or AMD's Fire Range CPUs; ➂ The RTX 50 series may not see a VRAM capacity increase, with some models using the same GB203M die.
➀ AMD is reportedly changing the naming scheme for its mainstream GPU products; ➁ The upcoming Radeon RX 8000 series will be exclusive to RDNA 3.5-based graphics, while RDNA 4-based GPUs will be branded as Radeon RX 9000; ➂ The Radeon RX 9000 series reflects AMD's strategic shift towards the high-volume mid-range market, with RDNA 4 offering improved SIMD IPC performance and dedicated ray tracing.
➀ The game showcases impressive visuals and technical advancements, with Path Tracing technology playing a significant role. ➁ Concerns about PC performance have been addressed, with the game running well on high-end hardware. ➂ The game offers a vast options menu and utilizes the id Tech engine for a smooth experience. ➃ Gameplay is engaging, with a blend of stealth and action, and a focus on exploration and character development.
➀ Valve is reportedly testing a new SteamOS-based device called Fremont; ➁ The device may be the successor to the Steam Box, with hints of AMD's Ryzen processors and RDNA 3 graphics; ➂ The device's specifications and potential release date remain unclear.
➀ AMD confirms Radeon RX 8800 and RX 8600 GPUs via ROCm patches; ➁ The ROCm library code reveals the naming of the next-generation graphics cards; ➂ The RX 8800 series will be powered by the Navi 48 GPU, and the RX 8600 series will use the Navi 44 GPU.
➀ Intel confirms the development of Arc Xe4 'Druid' GPUs; ➁ Software optimization is the last step for the upcoming Xe3 'Celestial' GPUs; ➂ Intel's hardware teams are working on next-generation Xe4 GPUs.
➀ Intel's Arc Battlemage GPUs are nearing release, with a leak revealing full specifications for the B580 and B570 models; ➁ The B570 features 144 XMX Engines and 18 Xe2-Cores, 10 GB of GDDR6 memory, and a PCIe 4.0 interface; ➂ The B580 is expected to have 12 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus and will be unveiled on December 3rd.
➀ Intel is expected to provide updates on its Arc Battlemage desktop GPU architecture soon; ➁ The update may come as early as December; ➂ Intel's approach to the Battlemage has been secretive, with limited leaks and information.
➀ AMD has confirmed that RDNA 4 will be available in early 2025; ➁ The new GPUs are expected to be mid-range to high-end alternatives like the RX 8800 or 8700 series; ➂ RDNA 4 is expected to improve ray tracing speed and introduce additional AI capabilities.
➀ Raspberry Pi OS has transitioned from the X Window system to the Wayland compositor; ➁ The update brings improved touchscreen support and an on-screen keyboard; ➂ The move to Wayland is intended to improve performance and integration with future Raspberry Pi hardware.
➀ The article compares the gaming performance of the Intel Arc 140V iGPU with the Radeon 890M. The performance varies significantly across different games, with the Arc 140V showing strengths in some titles but struggling in others. The article suggests that driver optimization is needed to unlock the full potential of the Arc 140V. ➁ The review is based on real-world gaming scenarios and benchmarks. ➂ The author expresses a preference for the Radeon 890M due to its more consistent performance.