AMD has launched the RX 9060 XT, available in 8GB and 16GB versions, aiming to compete with Nvidia's RTX 5060, but the 8GB model raises concerns due to its limited VRAM.

Benchmark tests indicate that the RX 9060 XT 8GB offers significant performance improvements over previous models like the RX 7600, yet it still faces limitations in VRAM for demanding games.

While the RX 9060 XT demonstrates notable generational progress, the 8GB version's VRAM constraints cast doubt on its long-term relevance.

The RX 7600, launched in mid-2023 at a reduced price of $270, was considered underwhelming, lacking compelling reasons for consumers to choose it.

AMD's Radeon RX 5600 XT, introduced in 2020 at $280, provided respectable performance but was not revolutionary, offering good value against competitors.

Over the past five years, AMD's Radeon series has been competing in the mainstream GPU market, especially against Nvidia's GeForce 60 series.

The RX 6600, released in 2021 at $330, underperformed with only slight performance gains over the 5600 XT, leading to criticism of its value.

The article concludes that the RX 9060 XT 8GB is a solid performer at $300, but recommends the 16GB version for better longevity, as 8GB may become insufficient in the future.