Charles EstherA new listing from a Swiss retailer has surfaced, revealing the Acer Nitro Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB GPU priced at around $566.
This figure is based on currency conversion from Swiss Francs and may not reflect the final launch price, but it raises valid concerns.
If accurate, it suggests AMD’s upcoming mid-range GPU could launch with a price tag far higher than expected.
RX 9060 Series Expected to Debut at Computex 2025
AMD is widely expected to unveil the Radeon RX 9060 series, including partner cards like Acer’s, at Computex 2025.
The event kicks off on May 20, and anticipation is high for what AMD has planned.
However, pricing will be a major factor in determining whether these GPUs resonate with gamers.
Especially since the 8GB variant has already drawn criticism for its limitations in handling modern games.
Are These Prices Just Placeholders?
It’s important to note that the listed $566 price may simply be a placeholder.
This has happened before, most notably with the Radeon RX 9070 XT.
That GPU was listed at $699 by Micro Center ahead of launch, only to be officially priced at $599.
Unfortunately, the price still rose significantly after release due to inflated demand and retailer markups.
The same trend could easily affect the RX 9060 XT.
Even if the starting price is lower, it could quickly climb post-launch, especially if supply is limited.
8GB GPUs in 2025 — A Poor Investment?
By today’s standards, 8GB of VRAM is increasingly viewed as insufficient for modern triple-A titles.
Recent backlash against Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Ti 8GB has highlighted this frustration.
Gamers want value and performance — and 8GB GPUs often deliver neither in today’s demanding titles.
If AMD does indeed go forward with a $566 price tag for an 8GB card, it may face an uphill battle convincing gamers to buy in.
The consensus is clear: without more VRAM or lower prices, these GPUs are unlikely to succeed.
Market Trends Suggest Rising Prices
Even if the current listing isn’t final, the trajectory of GPU pricing suggests it might not be far off.
Retailers continue to inflate prices post-launch, and Best Buy’s listings provide a strong example of this trend.
Partner cards often cost more than AMD’s own MSRP, making affordability a growing issue in the GPU market.
If AMD allows this pattern to repeat with the RX 9060 XT, it could alienate a significant portion of its target market.
A Warning Sign for AMD and Its Partners
This early listing should serve as a warning for AMD and board partners like Acer.
Price these 8GB cards too high, and they may be dead on arrival.
While there’s still hope that performance will justify the cost, consumer expectations in 2025 are higher than ever.
Gamers won’t hesitate to skip underpowered, overpriced GPUs — no matter how sleek or new they are.
The coming weeks will reveal whether AMD has learned from the RX 9070 XT’s pricing missteps.
But one thing is clear — if $566 becomes the reality for an 8GB GPU, Team Red might be in for some serious backlash.
