New AMD graphics card with 4GB memory criticized as "anti-consumer"
AMD explained the release of the budget Radeon RX 9050 with 4GB of video memory, stating that the configuration is intended only for partners and corresponds to the budget gaming segment.
After the announcement of the Radeon RX 9050 based on the RDNA 4 architecture, the 4GB video memory version of the graphics card was criticized. PC component market analyst Daniel Owen called its appearance "deceptive and anti-consumer practice."
The problem is that the 4GB VRAM modification will not be available for retail sale and will only be installed in pre-built PCs, which are more often purchased by less experienced users. Meanwhile, the 8GB memory version of the Radeon RX 9050 is priced at $279.
AMD commented on the situation:
The Radeon RX 9050 4 GB graphics card is designed specifically for our system partners. We currently have no plans to sell the 4 GB variant at retail. Partner systems are built to provide high value in the budget gaming segment, and the chosen memory configuration aligns with the intended purpose of such PCs.
Critics noted that in 2026, 4GB of VRAM is no longer sufficient for modern AAA games. NVIDIA uses a similar approach, offering the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti in 8GB and 16GB memory versions, where the lower-end model is significantly inferior to the higher-end one in demanding games.
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