Crowxis Radeon RX 9000 GPUs Launch in Japan: Compact 2-Slot RX 9070 XT, 9070 GRE and 9060 XT Cards

Reported by ASCII.jp and detailed in hardware press notices from Hermitage Akihabara and 4Gamer.net, the five-card rollout spans three GPU tiers: the Radeon RX 9070 XT, the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, and three variations of the mainstream Radeon RX 9060 XT. While Crowxis remains a Japan-focused brand with no international release plans announced for these boards, as noted by VideoCardz, the launch offers a clear look at how board partners are segmenting VRAM capacities, physical card dimensions, and aesthetic options across AMD's current-generation lineup.

From KuroutoShikou to Crowxis: What Is Launching on October 23?​

CFD Sales officially announced the five-card slate on October 16, 2026, setting the retail release for October 23. Rather than flooding the shelves with dozens of incrementally clocked SKUs, Crowxis is taking a clean, structured approach: one flagship-tier triple-fan card, one upper-midrange triple-fan card, and three compact dual-fan cards aimed at budget-conscious or space-constrained builders.

Here is the complete breakdown of the five Crowxis Radeon RX 9000 models, their specifications, and their approximate tax-included Japanese retail prices as reported by Hermitage Akihabara and 4Gamer.net:

All five cards utilize a PCI Express 5.0 bus interface and carry a two-year warranty supported locally through CFD Sales. According to VideoCardz, the cards are based on PowerColor designs.

Section Summary:

• CFD Sales is launching five Crowxis-branded Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs in Japan on October 23, 2026.
• Suggested retail pricing ranges from approximately ¥64,800 for the 8GB RX 9060 XT up to ¥129,800 for the 16GB RX 9070 XT.
• Every model in the lineup stays strictly within a true 2-slot thickness profile (39 mm to 41 mm).

Under the Shroud: Triple-Fan Heavyweights vs. Compact Dual-Fan Builders​

One of the most common headaches for Windows PC builders over the last few hardware cycles has been "GPU bloat"—graphics cards expanding into three-and-a-half-slot bricks that swallow PCIe expansion slots and crush mid-tower airflow. Looking at the physical specifications published by Hermitage Akihabara, the standout practical detail of the Crowxis lineup is its restraint in physical footprint.

The Triple-Fan Tier: RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GRE​

Both the CXA-RX9070XT-16G/TF/BK and the CXA-RX9070GRE-12G/TF/BK share an identical physical chassis measuring 289 mm in length, 111 mm in width, and 41 mm in thickness.

• The Flagship (RX 9070 XT): Equipped with 16GB of GDDR6 memory running at 20 Gbps across a 256-bit bus, the card reaches a listed boost clock of 2,970 MHz.
• The Tweener (RX 9070 GRE): Steps down to 12GB of GDDR6 memory clocked at 18 Gbps over a 192-bit bus, with a 2,790 MHz boost clock, shaving roughly ¥30,000 off the suggested retail price compared to the XT.
• Connectivity and Power: Both triple-fan models rely on two standard 8-pin PCIe power connectors and provide three DisplayPort 2.1a outputs alongside a single HDMI 2.1b port.

The Dual-Fan Tier: Three Flavors of RX 9060 XT​

For small-form-factor (SFF) enthusiasts and mainstream upgraders, the three Radeon RX 9060 XT models shrink the board dimensions down to a tidy 200 × 100 × 39 mm. At exactly 200 mm long and requiring just a single 8-pin auxiliary power connector, these dual-fan cards are built to slip into compact Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX enclosures where a 289 mm triple-fan card simply cannot fit.

Despite the narrower 128-bit memory bus and 20 Gbps GDDR6 memory across all three RX 9060 XT variants, Crowxis splits the tier by both memory capacity and aesthetics:

1. 16GB vs. 8GB VRAM: The two 16GB models (CXA-RX9060XT-16G/DF/WH and BK) feature a higher 3,230 MHz boost clock, whereas the 8GB model (CXA-RX9060XT-8G/DF/WH) lists a slightly lower 3,130 MHz boost clock.
2. The "White Tax" and Color Options: PC builders putting together all-white themed rigs have two choices here: the 16GB white model at approximately ¥86,800 (which carries a ¥2,000 premium over the ¥84,800 black 16GB card) or the 8GB model at approximately ¥64,800, which is offered exclusively in white.
3. Display Outputs: Unlike the four-port arrangement on the 9070 series, the RX 9060 XT boards feature three total outputs: two DisplayPort 2.1a ports and one HDMI 2.1b port.

Thermal Engineering Claims​

According to ASCII.jp, the entire five-card family uses a custom ring-blade fan design paired with Japanese-made dual-ball bearings aimed at extending operational lifespan. Heat transfer is handled by a copper baseplate that makes direct contact with the GPU die, and all five cards include a semi-fanless (zero-RPM) feature that halts the fans during low-temperature desktop or light-load tasks. As with any manufacturer-supplied thermal description prior to launch, builders should treat these cooling features as design specifications rather than verified acoustic or thermal benchmarks until independent testing is available.

Section Summary:

• The RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GRE share a 289 mm, 2-slot triple-fan body requiring dual 8-pin power connectors.
• The RX 9060 XT models measure just 200 mm long, require a single 8-pin connector, and offer 16GB (3,230 MHz boost) or 8GB (3,130 MHz boost) configurations.
• All models include DisplayPort 2.1a and HDMI 2.1b support, copper direct-contact baseplates, and semi-fanless temperature control.

Practical Compatibility Checklist for Windows PC Upgraders​

Even if you aren't shopping in Akihabara this Friday, the specifications on these Crowxis cards highlight several practical checkpoints that any Windows 11 builder or upgrader should verify when evaluating Radeon RX 9000 series hardware:

1. Measure Case and Slot Clearance: A 41 mm (RX 9070 series) or 39 mm (RX 9060 XT) thickness means these cards actually respect the traditional two-slot boundary. That is a major plus if you use a lower PCIe slot on your motherboard for a capture card, Wi-Fi adapter, or NVMe expansion board. Still, always verify the 289 mm or 200 mm length against your front radiator or drive cage clearance.
2. Stick to Native 8-Pin PCIe Power: None of these five models require a 12V-2x6 / 16-pin adapter cable; they use traditional 8-pin PCIe power connectors (two on the 9070 XT/GRE, one on the 9060 XT). On the RX 9070 XT specifically, run two separate 8-pin PCIe cables from your power supply rather than a single pigtailed cable if your PSU setup allows it, and check the manufacturer's individual product page for recommended system wattage.
3. Weigh 8GB vs. 16GB VRAM Carefully: The ¥20,000 to ¥22,000 gap between the 8GB and 16GB versions of the RX 9060 XT is substantial. However, modern DirectX 12 titles on Windows 11—especially when high-resolution texture packs, ray tracing, or frame generation are enabled—can quickly saturate an 8GB frame buffer at 1440p, while local AI workloads also benefit heavily from 16GB of VRAM.
4. Check Multi-Monitor Port Counts: If you run a triple-monitor DisplayPort workstation or sim-rig setup, note that the RX 9070 XT and 9070 GRE include three DisplayPort 2.1a connectors plus one HDMI 2.1b port, whereas the RX 9060 XT models drop down to two DisplayPort 2.1a connectors and one HDMI 2.1b port.

Are you planning an upgrade to an RX 9000 series card, and would you prefer a compact 2-slot design over an oversized triple-slot cooler? Let us know how much VRAM and what form factor you are targeting for your next Windows build in the WindowsForum.com hardware discussions!