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ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Strix RX 480
Powered by the latest AMD Radeon RX 480 graphics processing unit (GPU), clocked at 1330MHz in OC mode, ROG Strix RX 480 delivers up to 15%-faster performance in 3DMark Fire Strike Extreme and 19%-faster gaming performance than reference cards in Hitman and Doom.
ROG Strix RX 480 is packed with exclusive ASUS technologies, including DirectCU III with a patented triple wing-blade 0dB fan designed to deliver maximum airflow for 30%-cooler and three-times (3X) quieter performance, and ASUS FanConnect, which features GPU-controlled fan headers to connect to system fans for targeted supplemental cooling. Industry-exclusive Auto-Extreme technology with Super Alloy Power II components ensures premium quality and reliability.
ROG Strix RX 480 enables complete gaming system personalization with Aura RGB Lighting. A virtual-reality (VR)-friendly design with two HDMI ports lets gamers always keep a VR device and a monitor connected to their system for immersive gaming anytime. It also includes GPU Tweak II with XSplit Gamecaster for intuitive performance tweaking and instant gameplay streaming. ROG Strix RX 480 is equipped with ASUS DirectCU III cooling technology, which features direct-GPU-contact heatpipes that transport more heat away from the GPU, outperforming reference designs and achieving up to 30% cooler gaming performance. DirectCU III technology includes triple 0dB fans, engineered with a patented wing-blade design that delivers maximum airflow and improves static pressure over the heatsink by 105%, while operating at three-times (3X) quieter volume than reference cards.
ROG Strix RX 480 also comes with ASUS FanConnect technology. When gaming, the GPU often runs hotter than the CPU, but chassis fans usually only reference CPU temperatures, resulting in inefficient system cooling. ASUS FanConnect solves this issue with two four-pin GPU-controlled headers that can be connected to system fans to provide targeted supplemental cooling for optimal thermal performance. All ASUS graphics cards are now produced using Auto-Extreme technology, an industry-exclusive, 100%-automated production process that incorporates premium materials to set a new standard of quality. Auto-Extreme technology ensures consistent graphics card quality as well as improved performance and longevity. This new manufacturing process is also environmentally friendly, eliminating harsh chemicals and reducing power consumption by 50%. Super Alloy Power II components enhance efficiency, reduce power loss, reduce component buzzing by 50% while under full load, and achieve thermal levels that are approximately 50% cooler than previous designs for enhanced quality and reliability.
ROG Strix RX 480 includes ASUS Aura RGB Lighting on both the shroud and the backplate. This stunning illumination technology is capable of displaying millions of colors and six different effects for a totally personalized gaming system. ROG Strix RX 480 also has a VR-friendly design with two HDMI ports that let gamers connect a VR device and display at the same time, so they can enjoy immersive VR experiences anytime without having to swap cables.
Redesigned with an intuitive user interface, GPU Tweak II makes gaming and overclocking easier than ever, while retaining advanced options for seasoned overclockers. With one click, the Gaming Booster function maximizes system performance by removing redundant processes and allocating all available resources automatically. An included one-year XSplit Gamecaster premium license — a $99 value — lets gamers easily stream or record gameplay via a convenient, in-game overlay. The overlay also displays GPU clock speed, temperature, and VRM usage, and has GPU Tweak II controls, so gamers can choose a gaming profile and boost performance with just one click.
ASUS ROG Strix RX 480 will be available worldwide from mid-August 2016. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.
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#5310239 Posted on: 07/22/2016 07:27 AM
Ok, 20W is a heck of a lot (it frankly surprised me) but that thing ain't going to run at 100% all the time. You got any idea how high this thing runs under load (I know it runs around 2k RPM but I have no idea what the max RPM is in order to make a % assumption)?
My point is that if, for example, it runs at 70% under load, the power consumption would be almost half of that seeing as power increases akin to a reverse logarithmic graph when increasing RPM (2000-2100 RPM requires much more effort than 1000-1100).
Also, do you have any power ratings for different custom fans? I am really curious as to how much power they're rated at but I can't find anything solid.
Alas, I will admit I jumped the fence and your point has some merit.
Same improvement as I always talk about when I mention: "per transistor investment". It is improvement per building block of ROP, TMU, SP, ...
It is good to see you back, but you do not have to go into: "I do not understand place."
Because I am not always in mood to explain things I am sure people around should understand. And I am damn sure you would have no problem to extrapolate and understand all those things you did "not" understand while you made quoted post.
Yeah but 'per transistor investment' doesn't concern us that much, all we care about is good performance at a good price like the 480 and somewhat 1060 offer us.
I understand that it helps AMD maintain a bigger profit margin but it's really not that relevant for us consumers. AMD will prevail regardless if they offer us superior hardware.
And this time I think the 480 has the upper hand on the 1060, it really sounds like the last generation once again. Nvidia seems to not care that much about the mainstream for some reason. I could even start ranting about the conspiracy that Nvidia is leaving AMD a portion of the market on purpose.
Your post was not exactly clear in many regards. People here should understand your posts, yes, but sometimes they're really not that well worded. That's why I jumped on your ass, it sounded like complete lack of knowledge. Now that you justify it, it makes sense.
Ok, 20W is a heck of a lot (it frankly surprised me) but that thing ain't going to run at 100% all the time. You got any idea how high this thing runs under load (I know it runs around 2k RPM but I have no idea what the max RPM is in order to make a % assumption)?
My point is that if, for example, it runs at 70% under load, the power consumption would be almost half of that seeing as power increases akin to a reverse logarithmic graph when increasing RPM (2000-2100 RPM requires much more effort than 1000-1100).
Also, do you have any power ratings for different custom fans? I am really curious as to how much power they're rated at but I can't find anything solid.
Alas, I will admit I jumped the fence and your point has some merit.
Same improvement as I always talk about when I mention: "per transistor investment". It is improvement per building block of ROP, TMU, SP, ...
It is good to see you back, but you do not have to go into: "I do not understand place."
Because I am not always in mood to explain things I am sure people around should understand. And I am damn sure you would have no problem to extrapolate and understand all those things you did "not" understand while you made quoted post.
Yeah but 'per transistor investment' doesn't concern us that much, all we care about is good performance at a good price like the 480 and somewhat 1060 offer us.
I understand that it helps AMD maintain a bigger profit margin but it's really not that relevant for us consumers. AMD will prevail regardless if they offer us superior hardware.
And this time I think the 480 has the upper hand on the 1060, it really sounds like the last generation once again. Nvidia seems to not care that much about the mainstream for some reason. I could even start ranting about the conspiracy that Nvidia is leaving AMD a portion of the market on purpose.
Your post was not exactly clear in many regards. People here should understand your posts, yes, but sometimes they're really not that well worded. That's why I jumped on your ass, it sounded like complete lack of knowledge. Now that you justify it, it makes sense.
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Uhm for one that's for a 7970.
2. It uses 20.4 watts at max duty cycle, under normal operation it won't use half that.
Yes, that's HD 7970, and no, it runs under load at 70~80% while running stock clocks. It is damn loud blower.
And once OC is applied, those funny pictures with rocket engines replaced by cards with blowers are quite close, as sound it makes while it reaches 100% is awful.
Most of blowers are much stronger than regular fans. Even triple fan designs spend less energy on airflow than single blowers. But that's due to efficiency of those heatsinks under triple fan solution.