AMD's temporary RDNA 3.5 architecture is set to power the integrated graphics of the Radeon RX 8000 series in "Strix Halo" mobile processors, while the more advanced RDNA 4 architecture will be reserved for the higher-tier Radeon RX 9000 series of discrete graphics, as reported by @9550pro on X. Initially, it was believed that AMD's Ryzen AI MAX 300 Strix Halo processors would feature an iGPU with Radeon 8000S branding. However, it was also expected that the Radeon RX 8000 series of desktop GPUs would have a similar branding but be powered by RDNA 4. The latest leaks of the naming schemes and early glimpses of reference design have now made the new Radeon naming scheme clear.
The RX 9000 series, based on RDNA 4, will feature the Radeon RX 9070 XT, which will be built on the Navi 48 silicon. This GPU signifies AMD's shift towards focusing on the high-volume midrange performance segment rather than competing in the ultra-enthusiast high-end market. The architecture promises improved SIMD IPC performance and a specialized ray tracing solution that reduces performance overhead significantly compared to current offerings. According to All The Watts, the RX 9000 lineup is expected to include various SKUs across different performance tiers, including the RX 9060, 9050, and 9040 series.
On the other hand, the RDNA 3.5-powered RX 8000 series will be a refined version of the current RDNA 3 generation, exclusively for AMD's mobile segment in the form of iGPU integrated inside Strix Halo APU. Both RDNA 4 GPUs and RDNA 3.5-based APUs are scheduled to be unveiled at the CES 2025 event in January.
