AI-focused and workstation-ready graphics card on the horizon: ASRock's Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 boasts 32GB of GDDR6 memory, equipped with a 16-pin power connector.
Unleashing the Power of the ASRock Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator
Dive into the world of high-performance graphics with the ASRock Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator. This powerhouse of a graphics card, set to hit the market in July, is primed to conquer the AI and workstation spheres. Despite not making the cut for gaming's top dogs, the PCIe 5.0 graphics card, packed with Navi 48 silicon, promises to deliver a punch.
Straight out of the blocks, the Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator boasts a sleek dual-slot design and a blower-type cooling system - a combo that's a godsend for multi-GPU setups on a single motherboard. ASRock has pulled out all the stops by incorporating a vapor chamber under the die-cast metal shroud and using Honeywell PTM7950 phase-changing thermal pads for enhanced heat dissipation.
Under the hood, you'll find 4,096 Streaming Processors (SPs), capable of game and boost clock speeds of up to 2,350 MHz and 2,920 MHz, respectively - figures that align with the reference specifications. AI and workstation enthusiasts will relish the Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator's massive 32GB GDDR6 memory, running at an impressive 20 Gbps, and boasting a memory bandwidth of up to 644.6 GB/s, thanks to its 256-bit memory interface.
The Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator demands a heavyweight power supply, with a Total Board Power (TBP) of 300W. You'll need to secure a power supply of at least 800W from a reliable brand to keep this beast running smoothly. The graphics card requires external power through a single 12V-2x6 power connector, a standard increasingly adopted by professional-grade graphics cards.
At a length of 10.7 inches (271mm), this powerhouse needs an extra 1.2 inches (30mm) space in your case to accommodate the power cable. Remember, the 12V-2x6 power cable can be a bit finicky when it comes to bending.
Connect up to four displays with the Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator, but be aware that it only offers DisplayPort 1.2a outputs. While this might seem limited, the outputs support resolutions up to 8K (7680x4320), more than sufficient for professional users.
Hold tight for July, when the Radeon AI Pro R9700 will make its debut, and ASRock's Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator will follow shortly after. AMD and ASRock are keeping mum about pricing, but industry speculation suggests it could rival the Pro W7800's price tag of $2,499 due to its placement in the professional GPU market.
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The ASRock Radeon RX AI Pro R9700 Creator, designed for AI and workstation spheres, is equipped with advanced technology, featuring artificial-intelligence capabilities and powerful gadgets such as 4,096 Streaming Processors. This graphics card promises to elevate your workflow with a memory capacity of 32GB GDDR6 and game and boost clock speeds of up to 2,350 MHz and 2,920 MHz, respectively.
