MSI Radeon VII 16G vs XFX Radeon VII differences in specs

Comparison of MSI Radeon VII 16G and XFX Radeon VII graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI Radeon VII 16G operates at a base clock speed of 1.400 GHz and has 16 GB of HBM2 memory, while the XFX Radeon VII operates at a base clock speed of 1.400 GHz and has 16 GB of HBM2 memory. The weights differ at 1280 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI Radeon VII 16G is 300 W, while that of the XFX Radeon VII is 300 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 VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G 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 VII AMD Radeon VII
GPU Chip	Vega 20 XT Vega 20 XT
Execution units	60 60
Shader	3840 3840
Render Output Units	64 64
Texture Units	240 240

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	16 GB 16 GB
Memory Type	HBM2 HBM2
Memory Speed	1 GHz 1 GHz
Memory Bandwith	1024 GB/s 1024 GB/s
Memory Interface	4096 bit 4096 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.400 GHz 1.400 GHz
Boost Clock	1.750 GHz 1.750 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G 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	300 W 300 W
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G, 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	3 x 75 mm 3 x 75 mm
Noise (Idle)	32 dB 32 dB
Noise (Load)	52 dB 52 dB

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G GPUs.

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

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G 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	Non addressable LED Non addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G. 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 XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G 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	268 mm 267 mm
Height	120 mm 121 mm
Width	42 mm 40 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	-- 1280 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of XFX Radeon VII and MSI Radeon VII 16G, 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	Q1/2019 Q1/2019
Structure size	7 nm 7 nm
Part-no	RX-VEGMA3FD6 Radeon VII 16G
Documents	-- data sheet