ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 vs MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G differences in specs

Comparison of ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 operates at a base clock speed of 1.156 GHz and has 8 GB of HBM2 memory, while the MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G operates at a base clock speed of 1.156 GHz and has 8 GB of HBM2 memory. The weights differ at 1090 g and 1090 g respectively. The TDP of the ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 is 210 W, while that of the MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G is 210 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	AMD RX Vega 56 AMD RX Vega 56
GPU Chip	Vega 10 XL Vega 10 XL
Execution units	56 56
Shader	3584 3584
Render Output Units	64 64
Texture Units	256 256

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	8 GB 8 GB
Memory Type	HBM2 HBM2
Memory Speed	0.8 GHz 0.8 GHz
Memory Bandwith	410 GB/s 410 GB/s
Memory Interface	2048 bit 2048 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.156 GHz 1.156 GHz
Boost Clock	1.471 GHz 1.471 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	210 W 210 W
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Radial Radial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	1 x 70 mm 1 x 70 mm
Noise (Idle)	37 dB 37 dB
Noise (Load)	49 dB 49 dB

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4 3x DP v1.4

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	280 mm 280 mm
Height	127 mm 127 mm
Width	40 mm 40 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	1090 g 1090 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of ASUS Radeon RX Vega 56 and MSI Radeon RX Vega 56 8G, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2017 Q3/2017
Structure size	14 nm 14 nm
Part-no	RXVEGA56-8G --
Documents	-- data sheet