AMD Names Reasons for Cancelling RDNA 4 Announcement at CES 2025

On the CES 2025 AMD has not revealed the expected architecture RDNA4, explaining this by the need to hold a separate event. An AMD representative commented on this decision Frank Azor, stating that the new line of graphics cards deserved a full presentation rather than a shortened display at a general conference.

The main reasons for the delay:

• Lack of time to cover the topic in detail during CES.
• AMD's desire to focus on the new architecture and associated software improvements, including FSR4.

Frank Azor explained that RDNA 2 and RDNA 3 were also showcased at separate events, allowing the company to fully demonstrate their capabilities.

RDNA 4 Release and Pricing Plans

Azor also shared what to expect from the new line:

• The price range for the new models will be from $300 to $1,000.
• The RX 9070 series graphics cards (including the RX 9070 XT) will be comparable in performance to the Radeon RX 7800 XT and RX 7900 GRE, meaning the mid-range RDNA 4 will compete with the higher-end RDNA 3 models.

AMD is expected to hold a separate event where it will not only unveil RDNA 4, but also talk about related software improvements.

Some analysts believe that AMD deliberately delayed the announcement to gauge the reaction to the series presentation. NVIDIA RTX 50. In addition, insiders previously reported that the RX 9070 series could be a real breakthrough and a serious alternative for those considering buying the RTX 50.