Acer is manufacturing AMD Radeon RX 7000 series GPUs
Although Acer isn’t exactly what you would call a small company, it doesn’t feature anywhere near as much as it should in discussions about the best gaming hardware brands. ACER’s premium Predator range and entry-to-mid-level Nitro series are responsible for some of the best affordable (but kickass) prebuilt PCs and laptops we’ve tested. We also reviewed the Acer Predator BiFrost Intel Arc A770 GPU (its first bespoke GPU) and were suitably impressed. My biggest takeaway from that review, in particular, was that Acer did a fantastic job despite the limitations of the Intel cards, and needs to make more GPUs.
The cooling, noise levels and performance of Acer’s take on the A770 were exemplary, and although hampered somewhat by the early (and well-documented) shortcomings of the Intel Arc series, a series of steady improvements and driver updates from Intel meant that the A770 went on to become a viable alternative to the Nvidia and AMD offerings which dominated the market. Acer truly did a sterling job with their first GPUs, but since the launch of the RTX 40XX and RX 7000 series of GPUs, Arc just can’t compete. Acer could have waited it out until the launch of Intel Battlemage GPUs, but as we learned during a Q&A with Acer reps, they have big plans for their OEM range.
I did question why Acer went with Intel, during a Q&A session; When it comes to manufacturing GPUs, it’s not as simple as just deciding you want to make an AMD or Nvidia GPU and just going for it – You need certification and approval from the platform holder if you want to produce branded GPUs. As I predicted, however, Acer did such a good job with the Intel GPUs that AMD has granted them license to produce RX series cards, which leads us to…
ACER Predator BiFrost AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC
The Predator BiFrost AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC graphics card fuses the prowess of the AMD RDNA 3 chiplet design and Acer’s latest technology advancements. Gamers can expect major leaps in performance and efficiency with PCIe 4.0 and dual PCIe 8-PIN connectors. With a massive 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 624 Gbps bandwidth, the Predator BiFrost AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC graphics card delivers lightning-fast processing and visual fidelity in every frame, plus clock speeds that reach up to a 2,254 MHz game clock[1] and up to 2,565 MHz boost clock[2] for smooth responsiveness.
Crafted with precision, the Predator BiFrost AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC graphics card houses a robust cooling system with triple Predator FrostBlade 3.0 fans, a distinct ringed design, and wave-patterned blade texture to enhance airflow, paired with an efficient vapor chamber to optimize heat dispersion. DIY gamers will appreciate the sleek design measuring 281.9 x 117.9 x 61.4 mm and occupying 3 slots, making it a great fit for a wide range of gaming rigs. For added versatility, connectivity options include an HDMI 2.1 port and three DisplayPort™ 2.1 ports for easy device integration. Finally, the Predator BiFrost Utility App lets gamers oversee the device’s performance and calibrate fan velocities and graphics parameters to their desired settings.
Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC and Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT OC
The Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC and Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT OC graphics cards are primed to present the latest games in their full visual splendor. They blend redesigned AMD RDNA 3 compute units with unified raytracing and AI accelerators to take gamers on a mesmerizing journey in 1440p and 4K gaming. The Nitro Radeon RX 7700 graphics card’s game clock speed scales up to an impressive 2,276 MHz and the boost clock reaches up to an astounding 2,599 MHz. The Nitro Radeon RX 7800 graphic card’s game clock goes up to 2254 MHz while its boost clock reaches up to 2565 MHz to support graphic-intensive games and tasks.
The new Acer Nitro graphic cards feature a new encode/decode media engine for high-definition encoding capabilities. Whether it is exploring gaming realms, streaming videos, or creating designs, users can experience ultra-enhanced multimedia, elevated color spectrums, and dynamic enhancements with full AV1 encode/decode support[3].
Users don’t need to worry about overheating as the Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC and Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT OC graphics cards feature dual Nitro FrostBlade ringed fans to improve airflow and dispel heat from the heatsink and away from the GPUs. Their dual-ball bearing systems serve to decrease noise, withstand high temperatures, and help minimize the fans’ wear and tear. The advanced cooling system lies beneath its thoughtfully designed exterior, with dimensions of 279 x 129.62 x 50.42 mm and 2.5-slot designs so gamers can maximize space without compromising performance. For added flexibility, the graphics cards come with one HDMI 2.1 port and three DisplayPort 2.1 ports.
Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT OC
The Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT OC graphics card incorporates cutting-edge features for reliable performance. Gamers get a competitive edge and impressive responsiveness with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and a staggering 288 Gbps bandwidth, along with game clock speeds of up to 2,539 MHz and a 2,810 MHz boost clock.
o maintain its superb performance, the advanced cooling technology features dual Nitro FrostBlade ringed fans engineered to maximize both high airflow and pressure and effectively dissipate heat from the GPU. The dual-ball bearing system can withstand high temperatures and minimize friction on the fan bearings, while three dissipation holes ensure effective cooling of the device’s vital components. To ensure optimal performance, the Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT OC graphics card’s cooler is reinforced with a copper base to efficiently absorb heat and dispel it through oxygen-free heat pipes. The capacitors on its PCB board are designed with durability as the priority, boasting a lifespan of 2.5 times longer than that of a regular capacitor. The device is further reinforced with an aluminum backplate and metal anti-bending strip that also supports the device’s temperature control.
Compact yet powerful, the Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT OC graphics card’s dimensions measure 268 x 111.2 x 40.1 mm, and a 2.5-slot form factor, a suitable choice for space-conscious DIY gamers. It is also equipped with an array of vital connectivity ports, including one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 2.1 ports. With a digital maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320 and the ability to support simultaneous display of 4 monitors, users can indulge in stunning visuals across multiple screens for an enveloping gaming experience.
Price and Availability
The Predator BiFrost AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC graphics card will be available in North America in February, starting at USD 549.99, and in EMEA in Q1, starting at EUR 599.
The Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT OC graphics card will be available in North America in February, starting at USD 509.99, and in EMEA in Q1, starting at EUR 579.
The Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT OC graphics card will be available in North America in February, starting at USD 459.99, and in EMEA in Q1, starting at EUR 519.
The Acer Nitro AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT OC graphics card will be available in February.
Don’t sleep on Acer, it won’t be long before they join the ranks of MSI, Gigabyte, ASUS and more when we discuss the best components for your new build or upgrade! We can’t wait for these upcoming Acer cards, and hopefully, we’ll see them start cropping up in the new Acer Orion desktops in future, too.
