The GPU Radar

AMD RX 7700 XTvsAMD RX 9060 XT

Generation comparison: The AMD RX 7700 XT is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the AMD RX 9060 XT's launch MSRP to decide.
AMD RX 7700 XT
Buy/Wait:Superseded

This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the AMD RX 9070.

Superseded by RX 9070

Best for: 1440p gamers seeking AMD clearance value — sits between the 7800 XT and 7600 XT in performance.

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AMD RX 9060 XT
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Mid-range 1440p gamers who want 16GB VRAM without paying high-end prices.

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AMD RX 7700 XTAMD RX 9060 XT
TierHigh-endMid-range
GenerationRX 7000RX 9000
VRAM12 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP245W150W
UpscalingFSR3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$349
ReleasedSep 6, 2023Jun 5, 2025
Cycle length~550 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceCaution
SuccessorRX 9070

Why buy each?

AMD RX 7700 XT

Clearance 1440p value

Superseded but strong value — at clearance pricing, a capable 1440p card for well under $350.

12GB GDDR6

Comfortable VRAM for 1440p gaming.

Mature RDNA 3 drivers

Well-optimized after 18+ months of updates.

AMD RX 9060 XT

16GB at mid-range pricing

AMD continues to offer more VRAM per dollar than NVIDIA at every tier — 16GB for $349 vs NVIDIA's 8GB options.

FSR 4

ML-powered upscaling at the mid-range price point.

150W TDP

Ultra-efficient — no PSU upgrade needed for most builds.