Leak from Hoang Anh Phu (19459052) claims that the lineup will include 32GB models based on Navi 48 XTW.
AMD’s supposed to be chasing Nvidia but the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell boasts a huge 96GB framebuffer and 24,064 CUDA Cores. This is a far more powerful configuration than the 32GB AMD appears to offer, suggesting that the Radeon Pro W9000 is aimed at professionals who do not require large datasets, but value performance per dollar and efficiency.
Has AMD changed its approach?
Like all unconfirmed reports, details should be taken lightly. However, if accurate, this leak indicates a shift in AMD’s priorities, putting performance ahead of cost. The Radeon PROW7900 of the previous generation featured 48GB, so a 32GB memory – likely GDDR6- is a reduction.
Despite the lower capacity, the Navi 48 die, measuring 356mm2, should still deliver performance improvements for a variety of tasks.
It will also benefit CAD workloads and CGI rendering as well as real-time simulations. These are areas where the best laptops used for video editing and Photoshop also show gains.
It is expected that the chip will be available in XL and XT variants, which are each tuned to meet different professional needs. The XTW model, which is said to have hardware enhancements optimized for professional workflows, makes it a good option for users who need a GPU for production tasks.
Phu, an infamous hardware leaker, said, “It isn’t as beefy as last generation but pricing remains the key.”
Software support is still a question. RDNA 4 is not fully integrated with AMD’s ROCm Platform, which is crucial for AI and Machine Learning developers.
While final specs and a name are still under wraps all signs point towards a strategic unveiling aligned with Computex in 2025 and AMD’s “Advancing AI” event in June 2025.
via Toms Hardware
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