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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050vsAMD Radeon RX 9070 XT

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT are PCIe 5.0 graphics cards released in early 2025. Choosing between them comes down to a stark trade-off between power efficiency and budget against raw computing muscle and high-end memory capacity.

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Biggest differences

  • Launch price

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 leads

    2.41×

    lower is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050249 USD
    • AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT599 USD

  • Board power

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 leads

    2.34×

    lower is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050130 W
    • AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT304 W

  • Video memory

    AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50508 GB
    • AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT16 GB

  • Memory bus width

    AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050128 bit
    • AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT256 bit

Where each one wins

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

    • Launch price
    • Board power
    • Recommended PSU
    • DisplayPort version

  • AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT

    • Shader cores
    • Boost clock
    • FP32 compute
    • Video memory
    • Memory bus width
    • Memory bandwidth
    • PCIe lanes

What both have

  • Memory typeGddr6
  • Memory speed20 Gbps
  • Power connectors8-pin
  • PCIe version5.0
  • HDMI version2.1b
  • HDMI outputs1 ports
  • DisplayPort outputs3 ports

Every spec

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SpecNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2025-072025-03
Launch price249 USD599 USD1
Graphics chip

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Graphics chip specs

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ArchitectureBlackwellRdna 4
Shader cores2,560 cores4,096 cores
Boost clock2,570 MHz2,970 MHz2
Base clock2,310 MHzNot published
FP32 compute13.2 TFLOPS48.7 TFLOPS
Memory

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Memory specs

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Video memory8 GB16 GB
Memory typeGddr6Gddr6
Memory bus width128 bit256 bit
Memory bandwidth320 GB/s640 GB/s
Memory speed20 Gbps20 Gbps
Last-level cacheNot published64 MB
Power

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Power specs

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Board power130 W304 W
Recommended PSU550 W3750 W
Power connectors8-pin48-pin5
Interface

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PCIe version5.05.0
PCIe lanes8 lanes16 lanes
Display outputs

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HDMI version2.1b2.1b
DisplayPort version2.1b62.1a7
HDMI outputs1 ports1 ports
DisplayPort outputs3 ports3 ports
Max displays4 displaysNot published
Video engine

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Hardware encodeAV1H.264, HEVC, AV1
Video encoders1 encodersNot published
Size

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Card lengthNot publishedNot published
Card heightNot publishedNot published
Slot widthNot publishedNot published
Notes on 7 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, Launch price: TechSpot reports AMD subsidizes this MSRP with a $50 retailer rebate, so street prices often run higher.
  2. 2AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, Boost clock: TechSpot's 2400 MHz figure is AMD's 'game' clock; the boost rating is 2970 MHz.
  3. 3NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, Recommended PSU: NVIDIA's 550 W minimum assumes a Ryzen 9 9950X system; requirements vary with your configuration.
  4. 4NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, Power connectors: Native input is one 8-pin; NVIDIA's 300 W+ PCIe Gen 5 PSU-cable option works via the in-box adapter.
  5. 5AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, Power connectors: Corsair notes a few partner 90-series cards use 12V-2x6; the vast majority use 2x 8-pin.
  6. 6NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, DisplayPort version: NVIDIA specifies UHBR20 on these DisplayPort 2.1b outputs.
  7. 7AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, DisplayPort version: TechPowerUp specifies the DisplayPort outputs as UHBR13.5.

Performance and power

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT dominates raw processing power with 4,096 shader cores and 48.7 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. That heavy muscle requires a beefy setup, demanding a 750 W power supply to handle its 304 W board power.

In contrast, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 draws just 130 W and runs comfortably on a 550 W system. This lower power draw keeps heat down and lets budget builds skip expensive power supply upgrades.

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Memory and multitasking

The Radeon packs 16 GB of video memory backed by a 256-bit bus width, delivering a massive 640 GB/s of memory bandwidth. It also includes a 64 MB last-level cache to keep high-resolution textures flowing smoothly during demanding games.

The RTX 5050 features half that capacity with 8 GB of video memory and a 128-bit bus width. That smaller pool limits high-end texture settings at top resolutions compared to its rival.

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Display outputs and value

Both cards support HDMI 2.1b and multiple display connections, but their DisplayPort versions differ. The RTX 5050 uses DisplayPort 2.1b with UHBR20, while the Radeon relies on DisplayPort 2.1a with UHBR13.5.

Price creates the final dividing line. The RTX 5050 costs a modest $249 at launch, whereas the Radeon commands $599, though street prices can vary due to retailer rebates.

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The Verdict

Buy the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 if you need an affordable, low-wattage card for modest systems. Buy the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT if you want heavy compute performance and ample video memory for high-end gaming.

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FAQ

What power supply do I need for the RTX 5050?

NVIDIA recommends a 550 W minimum, which assumes a Ryzen 9 9950X system.

What power connectors do these graphics cards use?

Both models rely on standard 8-pin connectors, though partner cards may vary.

Do both cards support AV1 hardware encoding?

Yes, both graphics cards feature AV1 hardware encoding capabilities.

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