AMD is preparing the market launch of its new RDNA-4 architecture. This is expected to bring improvements in GPU performance and functionality, including support for the AV1 codec, an advanced video compression technology. The AV1 codec will be available on the more powerful RDNA-4 chips such as the Navi 48, but not on entry-level models such as the Navi 44.
AV1 coding and its importance
The AV1 codec is a video compression technology that works more efficiently than older standards such as H.264 or HEVC. With the support of AV1 B-frames, RDNA 4 offers the possibility to compress videos with higher quality and lower storage requirements. This is very important for modern applications such as streaming, video rendering and data-intensive tasks. According to GitHub entries under GPUOpen libraries and SDKs, this functionality has been integrated into the RDNA 4 GPUs. The Navi 48, an upper mid-range chip within the RDNA-4 architecture, will fully support this technology. This will allow users to benefit from better video compression performance.
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Lack of hardware encoder on Navi 44
While AV1 encoding is available for the more powerful chips, the Navi 44 completely lacks hardware encoders. This limits the usability of the corresponding GPUs for tasks such as video editing and streaming. The Navi 44 is intended for low-cost models of the RX-9000 series, which are expected to be priced in the range of up to 349 US dollars. The decision to omit hardware encoders from the more affordable models has parallels with AMD’s RDNA-2 series. There, models such as the RX 6500 XT and RX 6400 were also equipped without this functionality, which made them less attractive to certain user groups.
Design changes and technical aspects
Initial reports suggest that the Navi-44 GPUs will have a larger package than their predecessors in the Navi-24 series. This could indicate internal design changes or better thermal performance. Details are expected to be announced at the official presentation.
Performance of the RX 9070 series
The more powerful GPUs in the RX 9000 series, particularly the RX 9070 XT, are expected to compete with NVIDIA’s upper mid-range or high-end GPUs. According to reports, these cards are expected to deliver solid performance in games and other graphics-intensive applications. In addition to improved gaming performance, full hardware encoding support will boost productivity in applications such as video editing and other creative workloads.
Expanded product lineup
AMD will use the launch of the RDNA-4 GPUs to introduce additional products. These include FSR-4 (FidelityFX Super Resolution) technology and new Ryzen 9-9000X3D processors. These include models such as the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and the Ryzen 9 9900X3D, which are designed for demanding users.
Outlook on the announcement
The presentation of the RDNA 4 GPUs is expected within the next week. AMD will also provide a comprehensive overview of the performance data, the new functions and the pricing. It remains to be seen how the RDNA-4 architecture compares to the competition and how the company’s decisions, such as the omission of hardware encoders in the entry-level models, will be received by users. With the RDNA-4 architecture, AMD is introducing new technologies such as AV1 coding to its product range, but at the same time limiting the functionality of the more affordable models. While the more powerful GPUs are aimed at demanding users, the Navi-44 series will be less suitable for some applications due to its technical limitations. Full details will be announced with the official presentation, which is expected shortly.
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