In a significant development for the tech and gaming communities, AMD has officially confirmed that its next-generation RDNA 4 GPUs will launch in early 2025. The news was announced by AMD CEO Lisa Su during the company's Q3 2024 earnings call, putting to rest rumors and speculation surrounding the launch timeline.

Su revealed that the RDNA 4 GPUs will not only deliver a significant increase in gaming performance but also boast significantly higher ray tracing performance and new AI capabilities. While AMD's gaming revenue is expected to decline this quarter, the company is shifting its focus towards becoming an end-to-end AI leader, with data center business now accounting for over half of its revenue.

The confirmation of the RDNA 4 launch may also lend credibility to other leaks, including rumors that AMD will announce its RDNA 4 graphics at CES 2025 in January, alongside other products such as Strix Halo and Fire Range gaming notebook parts, and Ryzen Z2 handheld gaming chips.

The launch of RDNA 4 GPUs is expected to have significant implications for the gaming industry, and AMD's focus on AI capabilities may signal a new direction for the company. As the tech industry continues to evolve, AMD's move towards AI leadership is likely to have far-reaching consequences for startups and established players alike.