XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB vs Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 differences in specs

Comparison of XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB operates at a base clock speed of 1.469 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 operates at a base clock speed of 1.469 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB is 225 W, while that of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 is 225 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 XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 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 590 AMD Radeon RX 590
GPU Chip	Polaris 30 Polaris 30 XT (GCN 4)
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 XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 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 8.4 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	256 GB/s 269 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.469 GHz 1.469 GHz
Boost Clock	1.580 GHz+ 2 % 1.560 GHz+ 1 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 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	225 W 225 W
TDP (up)	235 W --
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5, 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 2 x 95 mm
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 2x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4 2x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 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 Yes
LED	No LED lighting Non addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5. 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 XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 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	270 mm 260 mm
Height	124 mm 135 mm
Width	53 mm 43 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy 8GB and Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5, 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 Q4/2018
Structure size	14 nm 14 nm
Part-no	RX-590P8DFD6 11289-05
Documents	data sheet data sheet