MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G vs ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC differences in specs

Comparison of MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G operates at a base clock speed of 1.257 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.257 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at 978 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G is 185 W, while that of the ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC is 185 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC 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 Radeon RX 580 AMD Radeon RX 580
GPU Chip	Polaris 20 XT Polaris 20 XT
Execution units	36 36
Shader	2304 2304
Render Output Units	32 32
Texture Units	144 144

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC 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	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Speed	2 GHz 2 GHz
Memory Bandwith	256 GB/s 256 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.257 GHz 1.257 GHz
Boost Clock	1.366 GHz+ 2 % 1.380 GHz+ 3 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC 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	185 W 185 W
TDP (up)	-- 300 W
PCIe-Power	1 x 8-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC, 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	Axial Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	2 x 100 mm 3 x 90 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	2x HDMI v2.0b 2x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	2x DP v1.4 2x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC 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 12
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	MSI Mystic Light ASUS Aura Sync

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC. 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 Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC 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	276 mm 298 mm
Height	140 mm 134 mm
Width	42 mm 53 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots
Weight	978 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI Radeon RX 580 Gaming+ 8G and ASUS ROG Strix Radeon RX 580 OC, 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	Q3/2019 Q4/2017
Structure size	14 nm 14 nm
Part-no	-- ROG-STRIX-RX580-O8G-GAMING
Documents	data sheet data sheet