AMD Delays RDNA 4 Reveal, Promises a Dedicated Event and Competitive GPUs in 2025
AMD has revealed its decision to delay the announcement of its RDNA 4 architecture and associated Radeon RX 9000 GPUs, citing the need for a standalone event to properly showcase the architecture's innovations. This announcement comes after AMD notably skipped RDNA 4 details during its CES 2025 keynote, raising questions about the timing and strategy behind the next-gen GPU lineup.
Speaking to Spanish tech channel Michael Quesada, AMD's Chief Architect of Gaming Solutions, Frank Azor, explained that the decision to hold off on RDNA 4's debut was deliberate. He stated that the CES 2025 keynote lacked sufficient time to give the GPUs the spotlight they deserve alongside AMD's AI announcements.
"With the announcements of RDNA2 and RDNA3, we had dedicated events to present the architecture and performance improvements. We can’t cover that in five minutes. If we had, everyone would be angry with us for not giving the new graphics cards the attention they deserve."
— Frank Azor
Azor emphasized that RDNA 4, along with FSR 4 (AMD's next-generation upscaling technology), will be introduced in a separate event. He hinted at significant advancements in both hardware and software that require detailed discussion.
What to Expect from RDNA 4
While exact specifications remain under wraps, Azor shared insights into AMD's approach for RDNA 4:
Pricing Strategy:
RDNA 4 GPUs will target the $300–$1,000 price range, maintaining AMD’s focus on value.
The RX 9070 series will reportedly deliver performance on par with higher-end RDNA 3 cards like the RX 7900 GRE and RX 7800 XT, aiming to disrupt the mid-tier GPU market.
FSR 4 Integration:
FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 will leverage machine learning to deliver higher-quality visuals, a significant upgrade over FSR 3.
FSR 4 will initially require RDNA 4 GPUs but could later be optimized for RDNA 3, though this process will take time.
Improved Ray Tracing:
AMD has heavily invested in enhanced ray-tracing performance for RDNA 4, with a growing library of compatible games to showcase its capabilities.
AMD’s Confidence in RDNA 4
Azor reassured gamers and enthusiasts that RDNA 4 will be worth the wait:
"We’re going to bring a very competitive product. Everyone will benefit from this launch. The Radeon RX 7800 XT and RX 7900 GRE offered aggressive pricing for their performance. The market responded well, especially in a landscape where prices are constantly rising."
Additionally, a leaker recently claimed that the RX 9070 series could “change everything,” urging consumers to hold off on pre-ordering NVIDIA's RTX 50 GPUs until AMD reveals its hand.
Why the Delay Makes Sense
By postponing RDNA 4’s announcement, AMD avoids competing with the buzz surrounding NVIDIA’s RTX 50 series GPUs, allowing it to create its own momentum. Moreover, the move underscores AMD’s intent to highlight the RDNA 4 architecture as a transformative step, rather than a simple iteration.
AMD’s upcoming RDNA 4 showcase is expected to be a pivotal event, providing a deeper dive into the architecture, performance metrics, and compatibility features. With bold claims about disrupting the mainstream GPU market and introducing cutting-edge features like FSR 4, AMD is clearly gearing up for a competitive 2025.
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