Rumors are circulating that AMD is poised to release two new entry-level desktop GPU models in the Radeon RX 7000 series: the RX 7400 and the RX 7300. These models are expected to succeed the RX 6500 XT and RX 6400, respectively.
The Basis of the New GPUs: Navi 33
The most intriguing aspect of these new GPUs is the silicon they are based on. AMD is reportedly using its 6 nm “Navi 33” chip for both models. This monolithic silicon is already in use for the RX 7600 and RX 7600 XT SKUs and is built on the RDNA 3 graphics architecture. The “Navi 33” chip includes 16 Workgroup Processors (WGPs) or 32 Compute Units (CUs), amounting to 2,048 stream processors, 64 AI accelerators, 32 ray accelerators, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs.
Expected Specifications and Features
The RX 7600 and RX 7600 XT leverage the full capabilities of the “Navi 33” silicon. However, to differentiate the RX 7400 and RX 7300 as entry-level options, AMD is likely to significantly cut down on the CU count and other features, including possibly reducing the 128-bit GDDR6 memory bus width.
Strategic Positioning in the Market
With no signs of a desktop RX 7500 on the horizon, the RX 7400 and RX 7300 will fill the gap in AMD’s GPU lineup. These models aim to cater to users seeking affordable yet capable graphics solutions, offering a balance between performance and cost-efficiency.
As we await official announcements, the potential release of these entry-level GPUs by AMD piques interest. Leveraging the same “Navi 33” chip as higher-end models could provide these budget-friendly options with noteworthy performance capabilities.
