If you’re looking to upgrade to the latest AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series – then look no further!
Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled all of our expert knowledge into this ultimate guide, highlighting everything you need to know about these innovative graphics cards, including all the hardware you need to upgrade.
AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
The AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series utilises AMD’s brand-new RDNA 3 architecture. Built with a cutting-edge chiplet design, it combines both 5nm and 6nm processes to deliver superior performance, in fact up to 54% more performance per watt compared to RDNA 2. This makes the RX 7000 Series particularly suited for both gaming and streaming alike.
What’s more, each GPU in the RX 7000 Series comes equipped with a full suite of intelligent features designed to enhance your gaming experience. This includes second-generation AMD Infinity Cache, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (AMD FSR 2.0), and much more!
You can find more details about the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series in our dedicated blog article.
The Graphics Cards
These are all the GPUs currently available in the RX 7000 Series:
| RX 7900 XT | RX 7900 XTX | RX 7800 XT | RX 7700 XT | RX 7600 | RX 7900 GRE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 compute units | 96 compute units | 60 compute units | 54 compute units | 23 compute units | 80 compute units |
| 1500MHz base frequency | 1900MHz base frequency | 2124 base frequency | 2171MHz base frequency | 2250MHz base frequency | 1287MHz base frequency |
| 2400MHz boost frequency | 2500MHz boost frequency | 2430MHz boost frequency | 2544MHz boost frequency | 2655MHz boost frequency | 2245MHz boost frequency |
| 20GB GDDR6 memory | 24GB GDDR6 memory | 16GB GDDR6 memory | 12GB GDDR6 memory | 8GB GDDR6 memory | 16GB GDDR6 memory |
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT:
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is the ideal choice for gamers and streamers looking to upgrade to the latest generation of hardware. Upgrade your performance and enjoy enhanced graphics, ultra-fast speeds, and crisp visuals, at up to 1440p resolutions.
ASUS Radeon RX 7900 XT Gaming 20GB GDDR6 Graphics Card:
- AMD Radeon 7000 series
- AMD RDNA 3
- Core clock 2000MHz
- 20GB GDDR6 video memory
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX:
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX GPU has been engineered for enthusiast-level gamers and high-quality content creators who wish to unlock exceptional performance, smooth frame rates, and photo-realistic visuals, at up to 4K resolutions.
Powercolor Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB GDDR6 Graphics Card:
- AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
- AMD RDNA 3
- Core clock speed 2510MHz
- 24GB GDDR6 video memory
AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
Crafted to deliver superior gaming performance the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT comes equipped with powerful RDNA 3 architecture, up to 16GB video memory, and blisteringly fast boosted clock speeds of up to 2430MHz. Everything you need for maximum performance in gaming and streaming alike.
ASUS TUF Radeon RX 7800 XT 16GB GDDR6 Graphics Card:
- AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
- AMD RDNA 3
- 2430MHz boost frequency
- 16GB GDDR6 video memory
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT
The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is the perfect choice for gamers looking to take advantage of the latest generation of hardware. Built utilising RDNA 3 architecture, at least 12GB GDDR6 video memory, and up to 2544MHz boosted clock speeds, enjoy fast immersive visuals in all your favourite games.
Sapphire Pure Radeon RX 7700 XT 12GB GDDR6 Graphics Card:
- AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
- AMD RDNA 3
- 2544MHz boost frequency
- 12GB GDDR6 video memory
AMD Radeon RX 7600:
The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is a great GPU for mainstream gaming and streaming. It’s perfect for those looking to give a boost to their gaming performance, with enhanced visuals at 1080p.
Sapphire Radeon RX 7600 Pulse Gaming 8GB GDDR6 Graphics Card:
- AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series
- AMD RDNA 3
- 2655MHz boost frequency
- 8GB GDDR6 video memory
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE comes packed with everything you need to enjoy high-refresh gaming and streaming at 1440p resolutions. Armed with advanced ray tracing and AI accelerators, along with up to 16GB of GDDR6, all your gaming worlds will be rendered in stunning realistic light. Complete with buttery-smooth frame rates for an optimised performance each and every gaming marathon.
What Hardware Do I Need to Upgrade to the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series?
CPU:
To unleash the full potential of the RX 7000 Series, we would recommend either an AMD Ryzen 7000 series or Intel 13th Gen CPU. Both of these processors come equipped with plenty of cores and threads, along with fast base and boost clocks to effectively handle AAA gaming and content creation.
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPU:
- AMD Ryzen 7000 series
- Zen 4 architecture
- 12 cores & 24 threads
- 4.70GHz base clock
- 170W TDP
Intel Core i7 13700KF CPU:
- Intel 13th Gen
- Hybrid P- and E- core architecture
- 16 cores & 24 threads
- 3.40GHz base clock speed
- 125W TDP
Power Supply (PSU):
For the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series, we recommend a power supply with a capacity of at least 800W and an 80 Plus rating of Gold or higher.
Phanteks AMP GH 850W 80 PLUS Gold Modular PSU:
- Modular
- 850W capacity
- 80 Plus Gold rating
Kolink Regulator 1000W 80 PLUS Gold Modular PSU:
- Modular
- 1000W capacity
- PCIe 5.0
- 80 Plus Gold rating
PCIe Cables:
The AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series will require at most three 8-pin PCIe connectors to supply your GPU with sufficient power.
Case:
Both GPUs in the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series will feature an integrated heatsink and fans to ensure it performs at optimum temperatures. The RX 7900 XT measures at least 267mm, whereas the RX 7900 XTX measures 287mm in length. As a result, you will need a compatible PC case with a GPU clearance of at least 320mm. This will ensure you will have plenty of space for your graphics card, along with any additional cooling or customisation features.
Lian Li PC-O11 Dynamic White Mid Tower PC Case:
- Mid tower PC case
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- Dual-chamber design
- GPU clearance of up to 420mm
HAVN HS420 Black Mid Tower PC Case:
- Mid tower PC case
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 480mm
- UniSheet panoramic glass panel
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