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XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card with 24GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3 RX-79XMERCB9
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XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card with 24GB GDDR6

Bottom line: The XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card: Full 24GB GDDR6 framebuffer, double many 12GB competitors at this tier; main trade-off: triple-fan MERC310 shroud demands serious case clearance.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Full 24GB GDDR6 framebuffer, double many 12GB competitors at this tier
  • ✓ Boost clock up to 2615 MHz on AMD RDNA 3 silicon
  • ✓ XFX MERC triple-fan cooler spreads heat better than 2-fan reference designs
  • ✓ 24GB VRAM headroom suits 4K textures and local AI model loading

Cons

  • ✗ Triple-fan MERC310 shroud demands serious case clearance
  • ✗ Flagship-tier pricing puts it well above mainstream GPU budgets
  • ✗ GDDR6 rather than the faster GDDR6X used by some rivals
  • ✗ High-end RDNA 3 draws substantial power; check your PSU headroom

Manufacturer description

Chipset: AMD RX 7900 XTX Memory: 24GB GDDR6 XFX MERC Triple Fan Cooling Solution

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. XFX's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much VRAM does the XFX RX 7900 XTX MERC310 have?

It ships with 24GB of GDDR6 memory, matching the top of AMD's RDNA 3 lineup and giving you room for 4K texture packs, heavy multi-monitor work, and larger local AI models.

What is the boost clock on this card?

XFX lists a boost clock of up to 2615 MHz for the Speedster MERC310. Actual sustained clocks depend on your case airflow, power delivery, and the specific workload.

Will this fit in my PC case?

The MERC310 uses a triple-fan cooler, so it is a physically large card. Measure your case's maximum GPU length and slot clearance against the dimensions on the product listing before ordering.

What warranty does XFX offer on this graphics card?

Warranty terms vary by region and by whether the card is registered after purchase. Check the current product listing and XFX's own support page for the terms that apply to your order.

Key Features

  • Chipset: AMD RX 7900 XTX
  • Memory: 24GB GDDR6
  • XFX MERC Triple Fan Cooling Solution
  • Boost Clock: Up to 2615 MHz

Full Specifications

BrandXFX
ModelRX-79XMERCB9
Warranty3 Year Manufacturer
UnitCount1
ReleaseDate2022-12-13T00:00:01Z
ManufacturerXFX
ItemPartNumberRX-79XMERCB9
Full listing titleXFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card with 24GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3 RX-79XMERCB9

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XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Black Gaming Graphics Card with 24GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3 RX-79XMERCB9 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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