AMD's Response to Nvidia's RTX Super Launch: What You Need to Know

Kudos to AMD for making some bold moves! Today, Nvidia is basking in the glory of its RTX 4070 Super hitting the market. But guess what AMD does? It throws a curveball, slashing the price on its RX 7900 XT, one of the top dogs in this graphics card generation. Is it a coincidence? Definitely not. The big question now is whether this price drop will be enough when Nvidia unveils the RTX 4070 Ti Super.

So, what's the deal with AMD's RX 7900 XT? Well, it's now sporting a significantly reduced price tag of $750, and you can even snag some models for as low as $710. Initially priced at a hefty $900, this card didn't shine as brightly as its sibling, the RX 7900 XTX, which was only $100 more but delivered significantly better performance. The RX 7900 XT found itself overshadowed and, over time, its price dropped to $800 and even lower at some retailers. While this price cut may not be as groundbreaking considering the gradual decrease over the past year, on paper, going from $900 to nearly $700 in 13 months is no small feat.

At around $710, the RX 7900 XT presents itself as a formidable alternative to the new RTX 4070 Super. Our findings indicate that AMD's card outperforms Nvidia's in various resolutions. But, hold your horses; adding DLSS 3 and ray tracing into the mix changes the game. Testing Cyberpunk 2077 on ultra settings at 4K with ray tracing and DLSS 3 turned on, the RTX 4070 Super clocked an impressive 77.5 frames per second (fps), while the RX 7900 XT lagged behind at 18 fps. However, this is more a testament to Nvidia's DLSS 3 magic than the raw power of the new GPU.

Looking ahead, when the RTX 4070 Ti Super enters the scene with its upgraded specs and the same $800 price tag, AMD might face a tougher challenge. Anticipated to perform at the level of the non-Super RTX 4080, it could outshine the RX 7900 XT in every scenario. At $800, AMD's card finds itself in a tricky spot, not quite affordable enough to be a steal and not powerful enough to be a must-have.

Yet, if DLSS 3 isn't a game-changer for you, the discounted RX 7900 XT deals are pretty tempting right now. You'll still save $50 to $100 compared to the upcoming RTX 4070 Ti Super. But, a word to the wise, these price drops might just be a seasonal promo, not a permanent cut, according to TweakTown. So, if you're eyeing that RX 7900 XT, act fast before AMD changes its tune. Happy shopping!


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