Someone hooked an RX 9070 XT up to their Steam Machine and it works surprisingly well, like fitting a V8 engine into your Honda Civic
Big GPU, little machine.
The RX 9070 XT is a highly capable graphics card for this generation, often outperforming the RTX 5070 Ti. However, its use in a Steam Machine presents some challenges. Redditor Large_Customer_3840 has found a solution by integrating the AMD GPU into a Steam Machine as an eGPU. This was achieved by utilizing an NVMe slot with an NVMe to Oculink adapter, and then connecting the NVMe drive via a USB-C NVMe adapter to boot SteamOS.
Upon activation, the RX 9070 XT functioned seamlessly as the primary monitor. The only issue encountered thus far is a black screen problem, which can be resolved by connecting the Steam Machine to a TV. Other than that, the hybrid setup of a Steam Machine and AMD GPU appears to be running smoothly. Initial tests have shown the system achieving over 100 fps on High settings in Crimson Desert.
Currently, the setup requires the removal of the Steam Machine's backplate, but with some modifications to the case, it could become a permanent upgrade. The addition of water cooling might also enhance the performance. This innovative combination hints at a growing trend of customizing Steam Machines, and one can't wait to see what the modding community will come up with next.
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