RX 9070 vs. RTX 5070: A mid-range GPU showdown looms as AMD's Embargo date leaks

The next-generation mid-range GPU war is heating up as AMD and Nvidia prepare for a head-to-head battle. A recent leak has revealed that AMD's Radeon RX 9070 review embargo lifts on March 5—coinciding with the launch of Nvidia’s RTX 5070.

A Timed Collision?

AMD is set to unveil the RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT on February 28, with sales reportedly beginning on March 6. Meanwhile, Nvidia’s RTX 5070 Ti launches on February 20 at $749, with the standard RTX 5070 following in early March. With the review embargo of the RX 9070 set for March 5, the timing suggests a direct attempt to challenge Nvidia’s latest offering.

RX 9070: A Serious Contender?

Leaks indicate that AMD’s RX 9070 may have a significant edge over the RTX 5070, boasting superior performance and an extra 4 GB of VRAM—16 GB compared to Nvidia’s 12 GB. As modern AAA games continue to demand higher memory, this advantage could sway gamers seeking smooth performance at QHD and higher resolutions.

Additionally, AMD appears to have made substantial strides in ray tracing, addressing a longstanding weakness. If the RX 9070 also arrives at a competitive price, Nvidia could face an uphill battle in the mid-range segment.

The Mid-Range Market Heats Up

Following a somewhat underwhelming last generation—with launches like the RTX 4070 and RX 7700 XT—the mid-range GPU market is finally shaping up for a fierce rivalry. With AMD and Nvidia going head-to-head, March is poised to be an exciting month for PC gamers and hardware enthusiasts alike.