Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 Graphics Card Review: Specs and Performance

Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 Review: Explore GPU Specs and Performance

This is an in-depth review of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5, which began manufacturing in Q4/2018. It includes all the specifications and performance results based on contemporary benchmark assessments. The base clock frequency stands at 1.469 GHz. The GPU supports GDDR5 with 8 GB of graphics memory. The TDP is 225 W. We suggest comparing this GPU with other models on our site to determine the best performance.

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Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 specs

The specifications of a graphics card play a vital role in deciphering its primary functions - assessing its efficiency in data processing, such as working with graphical applications, and its speed in gaming. Without scrutinizing these specifications, it becomes challenging to gauge its capabilities and discern any disparities from the current model. Hence, always rely on our comparison tool and recommendations to identify a swift, energy-efficient, and robust graphics card for enhancing your system.

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Discover details about the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 GPU chip, including rendering and texture output block counts, as well as its launch date and pricing.

Specification	Value
Based on	AMD Radeon RX 590
GPU Chip	Polaris 30 XT (GCN 4)
Execution units	36
Shader	2304
Render Output Units	32
Texture Units	144
Raytracing Cores	0

Memory

Discover the memory specifications of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5, including type, capacity, bus size, frequency, and bandwidth. Note: For integrated graphics cards without dedicated memory, a portion of the system's RAM will be utilized.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Clock	2.100 GHz
Memory Speed	8.4 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	269 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit

Clock Speeds

Discover the base and maximum frequencies of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 graphics card. While these values may not be directly visible in the BIOS, diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide this information.

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

Thermal Design

Learn about the Thermal Design Power (TDP) of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 graphics card. This crucial figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your GPU. It's essential to optimize your computer's ventilation and power supply based on TDP specifications for optimal performance.

Specification	Value
TDP	225 W
TDP (up)	--
Tjunction max	--
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

The type of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 cooling system, along with its size and performance. As a rule, fans with larger diameters have an advantage because they can move the same volumes of air while rotating more slowly than smaller fans. It should be noted that liquid cooling systems in addition to fans and aluminum radiators need some kind of pump, which can also be noisy.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial
Fan 1	2 x 95 mm
Fan 2	--
Cooler-Type	Air cooling
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent
Noise (Load)	--

Connectivity

Number and types of sockets for video output and connection in the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5.

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

Featureset

Explore the capabilities of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 GPU in this section. Plus, delve into its ray tracing support for lifelike light and shadow simulation. Note: Specific features may vary by manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320
DirectX	12
Raytracing	No
DLSS / FSR	Yes
LED	Non addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5's support for popular codecs like h264, VP8, h265/HEVC, VP9, and AV1. Compatibility with these codecs alleviates the graphics card's workload during video playback or creation, leading to reduced power consumption and heat generation.

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

Dimensions

The sizes of the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5 graphics card. With knowledge of the exact measurements of the graphics card, you can check whether it is possible to put it in the case of your PC. We have also added support for PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	260 mm
Height	135 mm
Width	43 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots
Weight	--

Additional data

Discover details about the Sapphire NITRO+ RX 590 8G G5, including its type (for desktops or laptops) and architecture, as well as its launch date and current price. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer via the provided link.