AMD Expands RDNA 3 Desktop Graphics Lineup with the RX 7700， Targeting 1440p Gaming
As of September 19th， it has been a considerable period since AMD last updated its RDNA 3 desktop graphics card series， excluding the RX 7400 which is exclusively for the OEM market. However， AMD has now quietly launched a new desktop gaming graphics card named the RX 7700 (non-XT version).
The Radeon RX 7700 is equipped with 40 Compute Units， boasting 2560 stream processors and 80 AI accelerators. AMD has confirmed that this graphics card utilizes the Navi 32 GPU， featuring 28.1 billion transistors and 96 Raster Operations Units (ROPs).
More noteworthy is its memory configuration. The RX 7700 shares the same memory setup as the RX 7800 XT， featuring 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM and a 256-bit memory bus. For context， the RX 7700 XT is equipped with a 192-bit memory bus.
The memory speed on the RX 7700 is identical to that of the RX 7800 XT， running at 19.5 Gbps. This translates to an equivalent memory bandwidth of 624 GB/s.
While AMD has not officially disclosed the Total Board Power (TBP) for this card， the company recommends a 700W power supply and specifies dual 8-pin power connectors. This suggests a power draw that aligns with its positioning in the market， likely between the RX 7600 and RX 7800 series， offering a balanced performance and efficiency profile.
AMD is positioning the RX 7700 as a 1440p gaming graphics card. The company claims it can consistently achieve frame rates of 60 FPS or higher in demanding titles such as “Hogwarts Legacy，” “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6，” “Red Dead Redemption 2，” “Dying Light 2，” and “Ghost of Tsushima.” This target performance level makes it a compelling option for gamers looking for a solid 1440p experience without necessarily opting for the higher-end XT models， potentially at a more accessible price point.
AMD has not yet provided specific pricing or an official launch date for the RX 7700. It is anticipated that this graphics card will first appear in the OEM market before becoming available to the DIY consumer market. This staggered release strategy is common for AMD， allowing them to gauge market demand and adjust inventory before a wider retail launch.
