After a lengthy teaser campaign, Yeston has officially launched its much-anticipated Radeon RX 9070 lineup. This series includes not just the well-known Atlantis model, but also a new addition—the vanilla Sakura design. Both cards are designed to cater to gamers and enthusiasts seeking high-performance graphics solutions.
The Sakura Atlantis features a stunning ombré color effect that transitions from blue to pink, creating a visually striking appearance. Yeston has utilized a pearl paint finish, which enhances the aesthetic by providing a unique reflective quality under various lighting conditions. This card adopts a triple-slot, triple-fan design, built on a full white PCB accompanied by a matching I/O bracket, making it not only powerful but also elegant.
When it comes to performance, the Radeon RX 9070 XT ships with two BIOS settings. Users can choose between standard specifications, as listed in the AMD datasheet, or an overclock (OC) BIOS that boosts clock speeds to 2520 MHz for gaming and 3060 MHz for peak performance. While it may not be the fastest RX 9070 XT on the market, it certainly holds its own among competitors.
Both the Sakura and Sakura Atlantis models share the same underlying specifications. It's likely that they utilize the same PCB design, with differences primarily in the cooling systems. Furthermore, both cards require 8-pin power connectors to operate effectively, ensuring compatibility with a range of power supplies.
The Radeon RX 9070 XT boasts a robust Navi 48 XTX GPU, featuring an impressive 4096 Stream Processors. In terms of memory, both models are equipped with 16GB of GDDR6 memory running across a 256-bit memory bus. The default thermal design power (TDP) is set at 304W, although Yeston has not disclosed power figures for the OC BIOS configuration, leaving some questions about its maximum power consumption.
For those interested in purchasing these cards, Yeston has confirmed that they will initially be available through JD.com in China. The pricing is competitive, with the RX 9070 XT Sakura retailing for 4999 RMB and the RX 9070 XT Sakura Atlantis slightly higher at 5099 RMB. This pricing is aligned with the official manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the RX 9070 XT in China, ensuring that consumers are getting good value for their investment.
While international retail availability is still uncertain, potential buyers may need to exercise patience if they wish to acquire these cards through platforms like Newegg. As the demand for high-performance graphics cards continues to grow, the Yeston Radeon RX 9070 XT series is poised to make a significant impact in the gaming community.
