Issues With the RX 7900 XTX 110C Hotspot - Response from AMD

AMD has given a statement in response to the reports of issues that users have experienced with the Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics cards. In a nutshell, the chipmaker encouragesaffected consumers to contact support.

Even though it is one of the best graphics cards available, the Radeon RX 7900 XTX, variants that are "Made By AMD" (MBA) appear to have issues with overheating. According to user comments, the RDNA 3 graphics card exhibits this behaviour even with the cooling fans at full speed, whereas the reference design had hotspots that peaked at 110 degrees Celsius.

"We are aware that a limited number of users are experiencing unexpected thermal throttling on AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics cards (reference models made by AMD). Users experiencing unexpected thermal throttling of an AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX should contact AMD Support(opens in new tab)," stated AMD

According to AMD, the junction temperature for the Radeon RX 7900 XTX should be kept at a standard level of 110 degrees Celsius. On the other hand, the current theory suggests that unequal contact pressure from the cool plate might be to blame for the overheating issue that affects reference Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics cards. Repasting the TIM or replacing it with a thermal pad is suggested as a potential remedy by a number of uses. In spite of this, the team at AMD is presently looking into the problem, while the team at PowerColor has begun collecting customer feedback to assist in the inquiry.

AMD has not provided a definitive timeframe for when we can anticipate receiving guidance on the issue. In the meanwhile, the chipmaker has instructed users who are affected to get in touch with the support team of the company. It has been claimed that many customers have sent their Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics cards back to AMD or the merchant.