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Radeon RX 580

The RX 580 was first released in 2017 and was marketed as an improved version of the RX 480. It was manufactured using a 14nm process and offered improved performance and power efficiency compared to its predecessor. The RX 580 was also notable for being one of the first graphics cards to support AMD's Radeon Chill technology, which helps reduce power consumption and heat output during less demanding gaming sessions. While the RX 580 is no longer a top-of-the-line option, it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious gamers looking for a reliable and capable GPU.

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It has a power consumption of around 185 watts and comes with a 8GB GDDR5 VRAM. The RX 580 is equipped with a clock speed of up to 1340 MHz and features AMD's Polaris 20 graphics processor. With its high-quality components, the RX 580 can deliver smooth and seamless gameplay for both casual and hardcore gamers. Here is a list of the RX 580 specs: <ul> <li>Architecture: Polaris 20</li> <li>Core Clock: 1257 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1340 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 8 GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Clock: 2000 MHz</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 7680 x 4320</li> <li>Power Connectors: 1x 8-pin</li> </ul>

RX 580 Specs

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Radeon RX 6750 XT

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Radeon RX 6800

The release date of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 was on October 28th, 2020. This high-end graphics card is built using the 7 nm process and is based on the Navi 21 graphics processor. With DirectX 12 Ultimate capability, the Radeon RX 6800 guarantees support for hardware-raytracing, variable-rate shading, and more in upcoming video games. The GPU has 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs, as well as 60 raytracing acceleration cores. AMD has also paired the Radeon RX 6800 with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory connected using a 256-bit memory interface. This powerful graphics card has been highly anticipated by gamers and tech enthusiasts alike, and it is sure to deliver a superior gaming experience.

RX 6800 Release Date

With a power consumption rated at a maximum of 250 W, the RX 6800 draws power from 2x 8-pin power connectors. This graphics card is connected to the rest of the system using a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. In terms of VRAM, the RX 6800 features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is connected using a 256-bit memory interface. The card also has a dual-slot cooling solution, with dimensions of 267 mm x 120 mm x 40 mm. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C. The RX 6800's price at launch was 579 US Dollars. List of RX 6800 specs: <ul> <li>GPU: Navi 21 XL</li> <li>Process: 7 nm</li> <li>Transistors: 26,800 million</li> <li>Cores: 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, 96 ROPs, and 60 raytracing acceleration cores</li> <li>VRAM: 16 GB GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Interface: 256-bit</li> <li>Base Clock: 1700 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 2105 MHz</li> <li>Power Connectors: 2x 8-pin</li> <li>Power Consumption: 250 W</li> <li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x USB Type-C</li> <li>Cooling: Dual-slot</li> <li>Dimensions: 267 mm x 120 mm x 40 mm</li> <li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li> <li>Price at Launch: 579 US Dollars</li> </ul>

RX 6800 Specs

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GeForce GTX 980

The GTX 980 was officially released on September 18, 2014. This release marked the introduction of the second generation Maxwell architecture, which brought significant improvements in power efficiency compared to the previous generation Kepler architecture. The GTX 980 was the first of the new series of graphics cards to be released by NVIDIA, followed by the GTX 970.

GTX 980 Release Date

The GTX 980 was a high-end graphics card released by Nvidia in 2014, along with the GTX 970. It featured 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the GTX 780. The GTX 980 also had a lower power consumption of 165 watts, making it a more energy-efficient option compared to other high-end graphics cards at the time. With its impressive VRAM and power efficiency, the GTX 980 was a popular choice for gamers who required high-quality graphics and smooth performance. Here are the key specifications for the GTX 980: <ul> <li>GPU Clock: 1126 MHz</li> <li>Memory Clock: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 4GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 4096 x 2160</li> <li>Power Consumption: 165 watts</li> <li>DirectX: 12.0</li> <li>OpenGL: 4.5</li> <li>TDP: 165 watts</li> <li>Outputs: 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort</li> </ul>

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GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is a high-end graphics card that was released on September 27th, 2018. It was launched as the flagship GPU in the RTX 20 series, boasting impressive performance gains over its predecessors. The card is built on the Turing architecture and is manufactured using a 12nm process. It features real-time ray tracing, artificial intelligence, and programmable shading technologies that deliver incredibly realistic graphics and immersive experiences. The RTX 2080 Ti was met with great excitement by the gaming community upon its release, as it was the first consumer GPU to offer real-time ray tracing capabilities. Its launch was followed by a number of other RTX 20 series graphics cards that were released over the following months, offering varying levels of performance at different price points.

RTX 2080 Ti Release Date

The RTX 2080 Ti is a high-end graphics card that packs a powerful punch. It features a hefty power consumption of 250 watts, requiring two 8-pin power connectors to operate. The card comes equipped with a massive 11 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, making it an ideal choice for users who demand high-performance and require the latest technology to handle intensive workloads. The RTX 2080 Ti also supports NVIDIA's latest RTX technology, which allows for real-time ray tracing and advanced AI features to enhance your gaming and creative workflows. It utilizes a 352-bit memory interface and boasts a core clock speed of 1350 MHz, which can be boosted up to 1635 MHz in certain scenarios. Here is a list of RTX 2080 Ti specs: <ul> <li>GPU Architecture: Turing</li> <li>Process Size: 12 nm</li> <li>Transistor Count: 18.6 billion</li> <li>CUDA Cores: 4352</li> <li>Tensor Cores: 544</li> <li>RT Cores: 68</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1635 MHz</li> <li>Base Clock: 1350 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 11 GB GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Interface Width: 352-bit</li> <li>Memory Bandwidth: 616 GB/s</li> <li>Power Connectors: 2 x 8-pin</li> <li>TDP: 250 W</li> <li>Display Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.0b</li> </ul>

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 590	4777	$109
Radeon RX 580	4346	$130
Radeon RX 5500 XT	4857	$135

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 6750 XT	13595	$299
Radeon RX 6800	15972	$374

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