Hey everyone, Ash Pd here! If you’ve been following my YouTube channel, you know I’m all about PC gaming benchmarks, and I’ve been testing a ton of GPUs lately—like my recent RTX 3060 12GB video for 2025. Today, I’m diving into AMD’s Radeon RX 9060 XT, which just dropped yesterday, June 5th, 2025. AMD’s been hyping this card as a budget gamer’s dream, and with the 8GB model at $299 and the 16GB at $349, it’s priced to take on Nvidia’s RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti. I’m writing this at 2 AM because I couldn’t sleep thinking about this card’s potential—hope it’s worth the late-night hype! But does it actually deliver for budget gamers like us? Let’s break it down and see if this card is worth your money in 2025.


How Does the RX 9060 XT Perform in 2025 Games?


The RX 9060 XT is part of AMD’s Radeon RX 9000 series, running on the RDNA 4 architecture with a Navi 44 chip. It’s got 32 compute units, 2048 stream processors, and a boost clock of 3.13 GHz, which is pretty impressive for a budget card. It also supports FSR 4, AMD’s latest upscaling tech, and has better ray tracing than the older RX 7600 XT. Reviews are just starting to roll in since the launch, but early tests show it’s a solid performer for 1080p and can even handle some 1440p gaming.

At 1080p, the RX 9060 XT 16GB is averaging around 150-160 FPS in games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Fortnite with max settings and FSR 4 on. At 1440p, it’s pulling about 100-110 FPS in lighter titles like Valorant, but you’ll need to tweak settings or lean on upscaling for heavier games like Cyberpunk 2077—expect around 40 FPS at Ultra with ray tracing. Compared to its predecessor, the RX 7600 XT, the RX 9060 XT is about 25-31% faster in synthetic benchmarks, and AMD claims it’s up to 46% faster at 1440p in real-world gaming. It even edges out Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Ti 8GB by about 6% at 1440p across 40 games, which is awesome since the 16GB RX 9060 XT is $80 cheaper than the 16GB RTX 5060 Ti at $429.

The catch? That 8GB model. In 2025, 8GB of VRAM is starting to feel tight for modern games, especially at 1440p or with ray tracing. I’ve seen this in my own benchmarks—games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Black Myth: Wukong can stutter if you push settings too high. I’m honestly a bit annoyed because I love maxing out settings, but 8GB just doesn’t cut it anymore. The 16GB version is the way to go if you want to avoid headaches down the road.

Is the RX 9060 XT Worth the Price?

At $299 for the 8GB model and $349 for the 16GB, the RX 9060 XT is priced aggressively. The 16GB version is a steal compared to the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, offering similar performance for less cash. It’s also got a full PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, unlike the RTX 5060 Ti, which drops to x8 on older systems and can lose up to 10% performance. Plus, FSR 4 helps stretch frame rates in demanding games, making this card a solid pick for budget builds.

But there are some downsides. The 128-bit memory bus can be a bottleneck at higher resolutions, especially on the 8GB model. And while FSR 4 is great, it’s not as widely supported as Nvidia’s DLSS, which might matter if you play a lot of new releases. Power draw is decent at 150-182W, so it won’t stress your PSU, but I’ve heard mixed things about pricing—some retailers are already listing the 16GB model as high as $450, which kills the value. If you can grab it at MSRP, it’s a no-brainer, but keep an eye on stock and prices.

Should You Buy the RX 9060 XT in 2025?

If you’re still rocking an older GPU like the RX 6600 XT or RTX 3060 (like the one I tested recently), the RX 9060 XT 16GB is a fantastic upgrade for 1080p gaming, with enough power to dabble in 1440p. It’s got modern features, solid performance, and a price that’s hard to beat—if you can find it at MSRP. But I’d skip the 8GB model unless you’re strictly playing at 1080p and don’t care about ray tracing or future-proofing. The 16GB version is only $50 more and worth every penny for the extra VRAM.

One thing to watch: AMD’s cards often launch with great MSRPs, but scalping and low stock can drive prices up fast. The RX 9060 XT is available now from partners like Sapphire and ASUS, but check reviews and pricing before you buy. I’m planning to test this card myself soon, so stay tuned for a full benchmark video on my channel!

Final Thoughts

The RX 9060 XT 16GB looks like a budget gaming champ in 2025, especially if you can snag it at $349. It’s a great option for 1080p gamers who want modern features without spending a fortune, and it even holds its own at 1440p. But the 8GB model feels like a miss in 2025—stick with 16GB if you can. I’m excited to see how this card performs in my own tests, especially compared to the RTX 5060 Ti.

What do you guys think? Are you grabbing the RX 9060 XT, or are you holding off? Let me know in the comments, and if you want to see how it stacks up in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War Ragnarök, check out my latest videos on my YouTube channel, Ash Pd! Don’t forget to subscribe—I’ve got more benchmarks coming your way. Ash Pd, out—see you in the next one!