RX 480 XFX GTR compared to RX 480 SAPPHIRE NITRO+ in terms of power usage
RX 480 XFX GTR compared to RX 480 SAPPHIRE NITRO+ in terms of power usage
RX 480 XFX GTR versus RX 480 SAPPHIRE NITRO+
[Avoiding GTX 1060]
RX 480 Sapphire Nitro+ 8GB
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*RGB support
*Swappable fans
*Back panel connector on rear of card
*Attractive backplate and overall look
*Complements my current theme [Black/White/Grey]
RX 480 XFX GTR 8GB
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*Consistent solid color LEDs [replaceable]
*Removable fans
*Power connector positioned at the front of the card
*Very low power usage
[100W] [Per JayzTwoCents]
*The card is entirely black
Thus the main concern is whether the Nitro consumes more power than the GTR. It seems I might have to give up some premium features for the GTR’s lower power draw, or maybe downclock it to at least 120W if I’m okay with reduced performance. Would anyone confirm if it’s possible to drop the card to around 100W without too much loss in FPS? Any thoughts would be appreciated.]
I will never use another XFX product again since I picked it up myself on Monday. One fan is too small and the other is noisy, making it hard to hear the bearings. I reached out to XFX and they asked if I could film it doing this. #1 I can't make a video and #2 the new Catalyst Crimson drivers don’t let me set the fan speed as easily as before. That means no warranty from them, so I’m going back to Amazon where I bought it.
The card was fine, but those easy-to-remove fans are too thin and the bearings aren’t durable enough. I’m switching back to the Sapphire brand because my 7870 stopped working properly (one fan failed completely while the other still ran).
When both have identical RAM amounts, power consumption should remain consistent at matching clock speeds. Either card can be overclocked or underclocked. If you prefer the Sapphire model more, choose it; if cost is similar, the XFX is an option.
For reviews, these are the main findings:
Sapphire RX480 Nitro+
PCWorld review link
XFX RX480 GTR Black Edition
YouTube video link
Please be aware that Jay's sample was exceptional, which means your odds of getting a card with similar remote performance are quite low.
It's feasible to cut power usage via undervolting in Afterburner or AMD's Wattman. With a strong card, you shouldn't lose significant MHz from the core, but you might need to lower the clock speed as well if you aim for that 110-120w TDP.
I would like the Sapphire RX480 Nitro+, it has a solid cooling system very quietly and as discussed earlier, you only need to remove one bolt with your screwdriver to take off the fan, which makes cleaning easier.
I just bought one 2 days ago... It's really nice 😀
Good performance, just like I mentioned before.
Paul-12 is considering alternatives after evaluating the RX 480 XFX GTR and the RX 480 SAPPHIRE NITRO+. He wants to avoid purchasing the GTX 1060 and is weighing options based on aesthetics, power efficiency, and compatibility. He notes the XFX GTR consumes less power at stock benchmarks but has a traditional black finish with a front-mounted power connector. He wonders if it's feasible to adjust the power draw to match his preferences or if he should opt for the XFX card instead. He also mentions past issues with Sapphire cards and prefers reliability over performance gains.
I recommend Sapphire, since I own one and it seems stylish. However, the cooling fan on the Sapphire RX480 produces some noise.
Bloodroses :
If both have identical RAM amounts, power consumption should remain consistent at matching clock speeds. Either card can be overclocked or underclocked. If you prefer the Sapphire's appearance over the XFX, opt for the former; otherwise, consider the price similarity.
Regarding reviews, these are the main points I discovered:
- Sapphire RX480 Nitro+
Link: http://www.pcworld.com/article/3098825/c...fined.html
- XFX RX480 GTR Black Edition
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSHsDfgjKKs
Both are priced similarly in my region. I’m inclined toward the Nitro option, but I’ll downclock it if that suits you better. Also, the XFX review you mentioned is for a different model.
The card in question:
http://www.xfxforce.com/en-us/products/a...-480p8dba6
Paul-12 shared his thoughts on the topic, noting that assuming equal RAM and matching clock speeds, performance should remain consistent. He mentioned both cards can be overclocked or underclocked. He suggested choosing the Sapphire if it looks better than the XFX, especially if they’re similar in cost.
For reviews, he cited a few sources: the Sapphire RX480 Nitro+ page and a YouTube video of the XFX RX480 GTR Black Edition. He confirmed prices were comparable in his region and expressed interest in downclocking the Nitro for a better look. He also clarified that the XFX review he mentioned was different from the one he found.
He provided links to the relevant products: the Sapphire Nitro+ page and the NewEgg listing for the XFX 480 series.