Sapphire Pure RX 9070 XT OC 16GB GDDR6 Graphics Card

The Sapphire Pure RX 9070 XT OC is a high-performance desktop graphics card built on AMD's RDNA 4 architecture, delivering a substantial leap in rasterisation, ray-tracing, and compute efficiency over previous generations. With 4,096 stream processors and 64 ray accelerators, the card handles demanding gaming titles and content-creation workloads with room to spare, reaching a boost clock of up to 3,010 MHz and a game clock of up to 2,460 MHz under Sapphire's factory overclock. Cooling is handled by a triple-fan assembly centred on Sapphire's Free Flow heatsink design, which channels airflow through an advanced fin module to reduce turbulence and maximise heat dissipation under sustained load. The AeroCurve fan blades build on the previous generation with reduced air friction and a wider usable RPM range, while dual-ball-bearing fans extend operational lifespan compared with sleeve-bearing alternatives. Sapphire applies Honeywell PTM7950 phase-change thermal interface material between the die and heatsink, a compound renowned in high-performance electronics for its superior thermal conductivity. Composite heatpipes are individually tuned for even heat distribution across the full heatsink module. The Integrated Cooling Module makes direct contact with the GPU die, GDDR6 memory modules, and voltage-regulation circuitry simultaneously, helping to maintain stable temperatures under workloads such as gaming, 3D rendering, and overclocking. A high-density 12-layer, 2 oz copper PCB with high-TG substrate supports the power and signalling demands of the RDNA 4 chip and its 16 GB of 256-bit GDDR6 memory running at an effective 20 Gbps. The card's FrameDefense structural frame encloses internal components in a rigid box-like shell, reducing flex and protecting delicate circuitry during handling. An all-aluminium backplate adds further rigidity and assists with rear-surface heat dissipation. An included L-shaped GPU supporter prevents PCIe slot sag and simplifies removal for maintenance. Built-in fuse protection on the external PCIe power connector adds an extra layer of component safety. ARGB lighting via an integrated SAPPHIRE logo and a 3-pin external sync header lets the card participate in motherboard RGB ecosystems or run independent lighting effects through SAPPHIRE TriXX software. Verified Specifications: - GPU: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT (RDNA 4) - Stream Processors: 4,096 - Ray Accelerators: 64 - Boost Clock: Up to 3,010 MHz - Game Clock: Up to 2,460 MHz - Memory: 16 GB GDDR6, 256-bit interface, 20 Gbps effective - PCI Express: 5.0 - Max Resolution: 7,680 × 4,320 (8K) - Display Outputs: HDMI + DisplayPort (up to 4 displays) - Power Connectors: 2 × 8-pin - Recommended PSU: 750 W - DirectX: 12 Ultimate | OpenGL: 4.6 - Warranty: 3 Years - Model Number: 11348-02-20G