In a strategic move for the efficiency-focused and OEM markets, AMD has officially introduced the Radeon RX 9060 XT Low Power (LP) desktop graphics card. This new variant, which was first showcased at Computex 2025, packs a substantial 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM while significantly reducing power consumption, making it an ideal candidate for compact PC builds and system integrators.
Specifications and Performance Targets
The core appeal of the RX 9060 XT LP lies in its balanced specifications. It is built around the Navi 44 GPU featuring 32 RDNA 4 compute units. The card maintains a high boost clock of nearly 3.05GHz, enabling approximately 25 TFLOPs of FP32 performance. The memory configuration includes a 128-bit bus running at 20Gbps, providing a bandwidth of 320GB/s to handle modern, demanding AAA game titles.
The most notable specification is its reduced Total Board Power (TBP) of 140W, a drop from the standard model's 160W. This power is supplied through a single 8-pin connector, with AMD recommending a modest 450W power supply. For display connectivity, it offers the latest DisplayPort 2.1a and HDMI 2.1b outputs and supports AMD's FSR Redstone upscaling technology.
Gaming Prowess and Market Positioning
Despite the lower power draw, AMD claims the performance impact is minimal. The company states that gamers can expect frame rates very close to the regular RX 9060 XT 16GB model. This translates to smooth gameplay at Quad HD (1440p) resolution, with examples like:
- Around 100 fps in Assassin's Creed Mirage
- Approximately 90 fps in Final Fantasy XIV
- Nearly 50 fps in Forza Motorsport
The modest ~2.5% clock reduction is barely perceptible in real-world gaming, making this LP model a compelling option for small form-factor (SFF) systems. AMD is directly targeting NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5060 Ti with this release, asserting that its offering provides a superior value proposition with an estimated 15% better performance per dollar in standard model comparisons.
Availability and Strategic Implications
The Radeon RX 9060 XT series, including 8GB and 16GB variants, originally launched in June 2025 with approximate Indian price points of ₹25,000 and ₹29,200, respectively. The 16GB model saw rapid sell-outs, indicating strong demand. This new Low Power edition arrives to cater to the growing need for efficient mid-range GPUs that don't compromise on 1440p gaming capability.
While detailed availability for the Indian market is still under wraps, initial reports suggest this model may see initial exclusivity in regions like China or through specific system integrator channels. Its launch underscores AMD's focused push to capture the low-power, high-performance segment, offering an alternative to consumers and OEMs looking to build powerful yet compact and energy-conscious gaming rigs.
