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RTX 4070 and RTX 4060 Competitors: Is AMD’s Radeon RX 7650 GRE the Next Big Thing?

Rumors about AMD’s Radeon graphics cards have been circulating the tech grapevine for some time, and the latest whispers suggest that the company might be preparing something big for the upcoming CES 2025 event.

According to a recent leak from well-known hardware leaker Hoang Anh Phu, we might see an AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE graphics card revealed during the tech trade show next year. The post leak lists the model name with the hashtag #CES2025, hinting at a possible global release.

Where Does the RX 7650 GRE Fit in the Hierarchy?

If we compare the model name to previous RX 7000-series cards, the RX 7650 GRE could be positioned between the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT in terms of performance. The former competes with the Nvidia RTX 4070 and tends to retail for $449, while the latter competes with the RTX 4060 and is usually priced at $329.

What Does This Mean for PC Gamers?

If the RX 7650 GRE does end up being confirmed, it would likely retail between $300-$400, making it more accessible than the top-of-the-line options. This would make it an attractive option for those looking for a balance between performance and price.

Is the GRE Label a Game-Changer?

There’s a good point to be made that the GRE branding is often associated with cards released exclusively in China or first. However, with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE going global, the chances of a worldwide release for the 7650 GRE (if it does exist) are solid. It’s also possible that AMD is planning to use the GRE label for new variants of its graphics cards, which would align with the part of the leak suggesting the card will debut at a Western tech trade show, not a Chinese one.

A Promising Year for PC Gaming in 2025

With AMD’s Radeon RX 7900 GRE and other 2025 launches on the horizon, it’s shaping up to be an exciting year for PC gaming. For now, it’s a good idea to wait until at least January 2025 before investing in a new graphics card, as Team Red is expected to launch its RDNA 4 cards and Team Green will release its next-gen 5000-series cards.

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