ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC Graphics Card (RDNA™ 4, PCIe 5.0)

The ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC is more than a graphics cardit's your new performance anchor. Built on AMD's latest RDNA 4 architecture and fine-tuned for uncompromising 1440p gaming, this GPU pairs raw silicon muscle with refined efficiency. Whether you're pushing frame rates in ray-traced blockbusters, accelerating AI-enhanced workflows, or streaming crisp, artefact-free footage, the RX 9060 XT delivers every frame with clarity and composure. Under the hood, 2,048 Stream Processors and 32 Compute Unitseach equipped with 3rd Gen Ray Accelerators and 2nd Gen AI Acceleratorsform the computational backbone of the card. Bolstered by a Boost Clock of up to 3290MHz and a blazing-fast 16GB of GDDR6 memory running at 20Gbps, the RX 9060 XT is primed for high-intensity scenarios and multitasking madness. It supports DirectX® 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution 4, letting you game smarter, not harderwith enhanced detail, smoother performance, and jaw-dropping visuals. Thermal control is where the Challenger earns its name. This model integrates a sophisticated dual-fan cooling system, featuring Striped Axial Fans that channel more air, a high-density fin stack with ultra-fit heatpipes, and Nano Thermal Paste that bridges every microscopic gap for optimal heat transfer. And when the system is idle? The 0dB Silent Cooling mode stops the fans entirely, keeping your setup both cool and quiet. Structurally, the Challenger is built with finesse. A full metal backplate adds rigidity and acts as a passive heatsink, while subtle LED lighting provides ambient flair without overstatement. Prefer a darker aesthetic? Flip the onboard LED switch and keep it stealthy. With a matte black PCB, high-density glass fabric layering, and a Dr.MOS power stage delivering up to 50A per phase, this card balances engineering prowess with visual sophistication. Optimised for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors and AM5 platforms, the RX 9060 XT takes full advantage of Smart Access Memory to maximise CPU-GPU bandwidth. Meanwhile, AMD's Adrenalin Edition software puts one-click performance tuning and real-time AI-powered enhancements at your fingertips. Whether you're a competitive gamer, creative professional, or performance enthusiast, this GPU is ready to raise the bar. FEATURES Powered by AMD RDNA 4 architecture with DirectX® 12 Ultimate support Game Clock at 2700MHz, Boost Clock up to 3290MHz 2,048 Stream Processors and 32 Compute Units with 3rd Gen Ray Accelerators 16GB GDDR6 memory with 128-bit interface at 20Gbps Dual fan cooling with ultra-fit heatpipes and 0dB Silent Cooling mode Metal backplate with RGB LED indicator and manual LED On/Off switch PCIe 5.0 x16 interface for ultra-fast throughput AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 and Smart Access Memory support Enhanced Media Engine for high-quality streaming and encoding Seamless pairing with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors and AM5 motherboards SPECIFICATIONS GPU & Architecture GPU Model: AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT Architecture: AMD RDNA 4 Compute Units: 32 (3rd Gen Ray Tracing, 2nd Gen AI Accelerators) Stream Processors: 2,048 API Support: DirectX® 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6 Interface: PCIe 5.0 x16 Max Digital Resolution: 7680 x 4320 (8K) Clock Speeds & Memory Game Clock: 2700MHz Boost Clock: Up to 3290MHz Memory Type: 16GB GDDR6 Memory Interface: 128-bit Memory Clock: 20Gbps Display Outputs Ports: 1 x HDMI 2.1b, 2 x DisplayPort 2.1a Multi-View Support: Up to 3 displays HDCP Support: Yes Cooling & Thermals Cooling System: Dual Fan with Striped Axial Design Features: 0dB Silent Cooling Ultra-fit Heatpipes High-Density Metal Welding Nano Thermal Paste Premium Thermal Pads Precise Screw Torque Mounting Design & Build Backplate: Metal with RGB Indicator RGB Control: Manual LED On/Off switch Dimensions: 24.9 x 13.2 x 4.1 cm Weight: 645g Power Requirements Connector: 1 x 8-pin Recommended PSU: 550W Power Design: Dr.MOS Power Stage (50A) Premium 90A Power Choke 2oz Copper PCB High-Density Glass Fabric PCB Software & Compatibility Software: AMD Adrenalin Edition AI-Driven Optimisation AMD HYPR-RX2 One-Click Tuning Technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 Smart Access Me...