AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT for 1440p gaming announced

At the Gamescom 2023 event, AMD introduced two new graphics cards: the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and Radeon RX 7700 XT. These cards are designed to deliver exceptional performance for demanding AAA and esports games played at 1440p resolution.

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT graphics card is a powerhouse for 1440p gaming. It features 60 AMD RDNA 3 unified compute units and offers a remarkable 20% better performance-per-dollar compared to its competitors.

AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT graphics card is tailored for 1440p gaming, equipped with 54 AMD RDNA 3 compute units. It also provides a 20% higher performance-per-dollar ratio compared to other options. Both these graphics cards serve as excellent upgrades for users with older cards.

Key Features of the Graphics Cards

AMD RDNA 3 Architecture: Redesigned compute units with unified ray tracing and AI accelerators, plus second-generation AMD Infinity Cache technology and ray tracing technology.

Dedicated AI Acceleration: Optimized AI accelerators for the latest AI tasks, delivering over 2X better performance on average compared to AMD RDNA 2 architecture.

Improved Streaming Quality and Performance: Upgraded AMD encoders for better visual quality when streaming and recording, including AI-driven technology for sharper text at low bitrates.

Ultra-High Definition Encoding: Advanced media engine for exceptional multimedia experiences with full AV1 encode/decode support, wide color gamut, and high-dynamic range enhancements.

AMD Radiance Display Engine: Support for high resolutions and refresh rates with DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1a displays, featuring 12-bit HDR and REC2020 Color Space for accurate colors up to 8K video playback.

Product specifications: AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT

Next-Gen AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)

AMD also introduced the next-generation FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 (FSR), a technology that enhances image quality and FPS using motion vector data.

FSR 3 is set to provide significant performance boosts and improved image quality in various supported games across different platforms.

AMD Software Enhancements

The new release of the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition application is expected on September 6, 2023.

This release includes AMD HYPR-RX technology, which optimizes AMD Radeon Super Resolution, Anti-Lag, and Boost technologies for performance improvement. It also introduces AMD Radeon Anti-Lag+ technology for reducing input lag on a per-game basis.

Pricing and Availability
  • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT: USD 499 (Rs. 41,205 approx.).
  • AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT: USD 449 (Rs. 37,080 approx.).

Starting September 6, 2023, both graphics cards will be accessible from top partners like ASRock, ASUS, Biostar, Gigabyte, PowerColor, Sapphire, Vastarmor, XFX, and Yeston. The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT will also be purchasable on AMD.com from the same date.

Speaking at the launch, Scott Herkelman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Graphics Business Unit at AMD, said:

In the gaming world, 1440p displays are becoming the preferred choice for their ability to deliver stunningly vibrant visuals and seamless, fluid gameplay. The introduction of a new generation of graphics cards enhances performance and visual quality, enabling gamers to take their gaming experience to new heights. These advancements ensure that both current and future games can be enjoyed as the creators intended.


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