AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT runs at an average of 57.8°C under load based on 13 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 72°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 48°C. Idle temperatures average 41.7°C.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- AMD
- Released
- 2022
- Architecture
- RDNA 3
- Process node
- TSMC 5nm
- TDP
- 315W
- VRAM
- 20 GB
- Memory type
- GDDR6
- Memory bus
- 320-bit
- Boost clock
- 2400 MHz
Idle Temperature
Load Temperature
Load temperature distribution
Load Temperature Distribution
Is your temperature normal?
- Below 48°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
- Between 48°C and 72°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
- Above 72°C — hotter than 90% of submissions. Worth investigating: thermal paste, cooler mount, dust, or case airflow.
- Above 87°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.
Submissions over time
Load temperature by ambient
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Cooling Comparison (by CPU cooler type)
What's normal for this tier?
Flagship GPUs draw 300–600W and run 70–80°C at the GPU die under load with reference cooling. Memory junction temperatures can be 10–20°C higher; staying below 95°C on memory is the key safety target.
Common thermal issues for this hardware
RDNA 3 reference cards run warm
Some RX 7900 XTX reference (MBA) cards exhibit higher-than-expected hotspot temperatures (110°C+) due to vapor chamber issues. AMD has an extended warranty program for affected units. AIB partner cards (Sapphire, ASRock, etc.) generally run cooler.
Compare with similar hardware
Other flagship GPUs from AMD
Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 22.7°C.
Device Types
CPU Coolers
4 of 13 desktop reports named the CPU cooler.
By manufacturer
By model
- Arctic Liquid Freezer III Pro 3601 report
- be quiet! Silent Loop 3 3601 report
- Noctua NH-D151 report
Recent Submissions
| Date | Cooling | Idle | Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | AIO Liquid Cooler | 46.0°C | 74.0°C |
| Oct 9, 2026 | — | 30.0°C | 47.0°C |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Aftermarket Air CoolerNoctua | 29.0°C | 48.0°C |
| Sep 8, 2026 | — | 44.0°C | 56.0°C |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Aftermarket Air Cooler | 33.0°C | 49.0°C |
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal temperature for the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT?
Based on 13 community submissions, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT runs at an average idle temperature of 41.7°C and an average load temperature of 57.8°C. Anything between 48°C and 72°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.
Is 57.8°C too hot for the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT?
The safe operating ceiling for flagship GPUs like the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is around 87°C under sustained load. 57.8°C is within the safe operating range. If you're exceeding 87°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.
What is the best cooler for the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT?
For a 315W flagship GPU like the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT, a quality 240mm AIO or a high-end dual-tower air cooler (Noctua NH-D15, Thermalright Phantom Spirit) is generally sufficient to keep load temperatures well within safe limits. Higher TDP variants (overclocked or PBO-enabled) benefit from 360mm AIO cooling.
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