PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo
Comparision PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB vs HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo
Grade
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo
Performance
6
6
Memory
4
4
General information
7
7
Functions
8
8
Benchmark tests
3
3
Ports
3
4
Top specs and features
- Passmark score
- 3DMark Cloud Gate GPU benchmark score
- 3DMark Fire Strike Score
- 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics test score
- 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark score
Passmark score
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB: 8715
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: 8503
3DMark Cloud Gate GPU benchmark score
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB: 72821
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: 71052
3DMark Fire Strike Score
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB: 10416
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: 10162
3DMark Fire Strike Graphics test score
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB: 12288
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: 11990
3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark score
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB: 18070
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: 17631
Description
The PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB video card is based on the Polaris architecture. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo on the Polaris architecture. The first has 5700 million transistors. The second is 5700 million. PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has a transistor size of 14 nm versus 14.
The base clock speed of the first video card is 1120 MHz versus 1120 MHz for the second.
Let's move on to memory. PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has 8 GB. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo has 8 GB installed. The bandwidth of the first video card is 256 Gb/s versus 256 Gb/s of the second.
FLOPS of PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB is 4.96. At HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo 5.89.
Goes to tests in benchmarks. In the Passmark benchmark, PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB scored 8715 points. And here is the second card 8503 points. In 3DMark, the first model scored 12288 points. Second 11990 points.
In terms of interfaces. The first video card is connected using PCIe 3.0 x16. The second is PCIe 3.0 x16. Video card PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has Directx version 12. Video card HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo -- Directx version - 12.
Regarding cooling, PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has 120W heat dissipation requirements versus 150W for HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo.
Why PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB is better than HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo
- Passmark score 8715 против 8503 , more on 2%
- 3DMark Cloud Gate GPU benchmark score 72821 против 71052 , more on 2%
- 3DMark Fire Strike Score 10416 против 10162 , more on 2%
- 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics test score 12288 против 11990 , more on 2%
- 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark score 18070 против 17631 , more on 2%
- 3DMark Vantage Performance test score 39885 против 38916 , more on 2%
- 3DMark Ice Storm GPU benchmark score 386560 против 377169 , more on 2%
- Unigine Heaven 3.0 test score 133 против 130 , more on 2%
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB vs HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo: highlights
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB
HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo
Performance
GPU base clock speed
The graphics processing unit (GPU) has a high clock speed.
1120 MHz
Average: 1124.9 MHz
1120 MHz
Average: 1124.9 MHz
Gpu memory speed
This is an important aspect for calculating memory bandwidth.
2000 MHz
Average: 1468 MHz
2000 MHz
Average: 1468 MHz
FLOPS
Measuring the processing power of a processor is called FLOPS.
4.96 TFLOPS
Average: 53 TFLOPS
5.89 TFLOPS
Average: 53 TFLOPS
RAM
RAM in video cards (also known as video memory or VRAM) is a special type of memory used by a video card to store graphics data. It serves as a temporary buffer for textures, shaders, geometry, and other graphics resources that are needed to display images on the screen. More RAM allows the graphics card to work with more data and handle more complex graphic scenes with high resolution and detail.
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8 GB
Average: 4.6 GB
8 GB
Average: 4.6 GB
Number of PCIe lanes
The number of PCIe lanes in video cards determines the speed and bandwidth of data transfer between the video card and other computer components through the PCIe interface. The more PCIe lanes a video card has, the more bandwidth and ability to communicate with other computer components.
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16
Average:
16
Average:
Pixel rendering speed
The higher the pixel rendering speed, the smoother and more realistic the display of graphics and the movement of objects on the screen will be.
35.8 GTexel/s
Average: 94.3 GTexel/s
42.82 GTexel/s
Average: 94.3 GTexel/s
TMUs
Responsible for texturing objects in 3D graphics. TMU provides textures to the surfaces of objects, which gives them a realistic look and detail. The number of TMUs in a video card determines its ability to process textures. The more TMUs, the more textures can be processed at the same time, which contributes to better texturing of objects and increases the realism of graphics.
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144
Average: 140.1
144
Average: 140.1
ROPs
Responsible for the final processing of pixels and their display on the screen. ROPs perform various operations on pixels, such as blending colors, applying transparency, and writing to the framebuffer. The number of ROPs in a video card affects its ability to process and display graphics. The more ROPs, the more pixels and image fragments can be processed and displayed on the screen at the same time. A higher number of ROPs generally results in faster and more efficient graphics rendering and better performance in games and graphics applications.
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32
Average: 56.8
32
Average: 56.8
Number of shader blocks
The number of shader units in video cards refers to the number of parallel processors that perform computational operations in the GPU. The more shader units in the video card, the more computing resources are available for processing graphics tasks.
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2304
Average:
2304
Average:
L2 cache size
Used to temporarily store data and instructions used by the graphics card when performing graphics calculations. A larger L2 cache allows the graphics card to store more data and instructions, which helps speed up the processing of graphics operations.
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2000
2000
Turbo gpu
If the GPU speed has dropped below its limit, then to improve performance, it can go to a high clock speed.
1266 MHz
Average: 1514 MHz
1338 MHz
Average: 1514 MHz
Texture size
A certain number of textured pixels are displayed on the screen every second.
161.3 GTexels/s
Average: 145.4 GTexels/s
192.7 GTexels/s
Average: 145.4 GTexels/s
architecture name
Polaris
Polaris
GPU name
Polaris 10 Ellesmere
Polaris 10 Ellesmere
Memory
Memory bandwidth
This is the rate at which the device stores or reads information.
256 GB/s
Average: 257.8 GB/s
256 GB/s
Average: 257.8 GB/s
Effective memory speed
The effective memory clock is calculated from the size and transfer rate of the memory information. The performance of the device in applications depends on the clock frequency. The higher it is, the better.
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8000 MHz
Average: 6984.5 MHz
8000 MHz
Average: 6984.5 MHz
RAM
RAM in video cards (also known as video memory or VRAM) is a special type of memory used by a video card to store graphics data. It serves as a temporary buffer for textures, shaders, geometry, and other graphics resources that are needed to display images on the screen. More RAM allows the graphics card to work with more data and handle more complex graphic scenes with high resolution and detail.
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8 GB
Average: 4.6 GB
8 GB
Average: 4.6 GB
GDDR memory versions
Latest versions of GDDR memory provide high data transfer rates to improve overall performance
5
Average: 4.9
5
Average: 4.9
Memory bus width
A wide memory bus means that it can transfer more information in one cycle. This property affects memory performance as well as the overall performance of the device's graphics card.
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256 bit
Average: 283.9 bit
256 bit
Average: 283.9 bit
General information
Crystal size
The physical dimensions of the chip on which the transistors, microcircuits and other components necessary for the operation of the video card are located. The larger the die size, the more space the GPU takes up on the graphics card. Larger die sizes can provide more computing resources such as CUDA cores or tensor cores, which can result in increased performance and graphics processing capabilities.
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232
Average: 356.7
232
Average: 356.7
Generation
A new generation of graphics card usually includes improved architecture, higher performance, more efficient use of power, improved graphics capabilities, and new features.
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Arctic Islands
Arctic Islands
Manufacturer
GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries
Power Consumption (TDP)
Heat Dissipation Requirements (TDP) is the maximum possible amount of energy dissipated by the cooling system. The lower the TDP, the less power will be consumed
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120 W
Average: 160 W
150 W
Average: 160 W
Technological process
The small size of the semiconductors means this is a new generation chip.
14 nm
Average: 34.7 nm
14 nm
Average: 34.7 nm
Number of transistors
The higher their number, the more processor power this indicates.
5700 million
Average: 7150 million
5700 million
Average: 7150 million
PCIe connection interface
A considerable speed of the expansion card used to connect the computer to the peripherals is provided. The updated versions offer impressive bandwidth and high performance.
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3
Average: 3
3
Average: 3
Width
255 mm
Average: 192.1 mm
293 mm
Average: 192.1 mm
Height
128 mm
Average: 89.6 mm
145 mm
Average: 89.6 mm
Purpose
Desktop
Desktop
Functions
OpenGL Version
OpenGL provides access to the graphics card's hardware capabilities for displaying 2D and 3D graphics objects. New versions of OpenGL may include support for new graphical effects, performance optimizations, bug fixes, and other improvements.
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4.5
Average:
4.5
Average:
DirectX
Used in demanding games, providing improved graphics
12
Average: 11.4
12
Average: 11.4
Supports FreeSync technology
FreeSync technology in AMD graphics cards is an adaptive frame synchronization that reduces or eliminates tearing and stuttering (jerking) during gameplay.
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Available
Available
Shader model version
The higher the version of the shader model in the video card, the more functions and possibilities are available for programming graphic effects.
6.4
Average: 5.9
6.4
Average: 5.9
Vulkan version
A higher version of Vulkan usually means a larger set of features, optimizations, and enhancements that software developers can use to create better and more realistic graphical applications and games.
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1.3
Average:
1.3
Average:
Benchmark tests
Passmark score
The Passmark Video Card Test is a program for measuring and comparing the performance of a graphics system. It conducts various tests and calculations to evaluate the speed and performance of a graphics card in various areas.
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8715
Average: 7628.6
8503
Average: 7628.6
3DMark Cloud Gate GPU benchmark score
72821
Average: 80042.3
71052
Average: 80042.3
3DMark Fire Strike Score
10416
Average: 12463
10162
Average: 12463
3DMark Fire Strike Graphics test score
It measures and compares the ability of a graphics card to handle high-resolution 3D graphics with various graphical effects. The Fire Strike Graphics test includes complex scenes, lighting, shadows, particles, reflections, and other graphical effects to evaluate the graphics card's performance in gaming and other demanding graphics scenarios.
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12288
Average: 11859.1
11990
Average: 11859.1
3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark score
18070
Average: 18799.9
17631
Average: 18799.9
3DMark Vantage Performance test score
39885
Average: 37830.6
38916
Average: 37830.6
3DMark Ice Storm GPU benchmark score
386560
Average: 372425.7
377169
Average: 372425.7
Unigine Heaven 3.0 test score
133
Average: 2402
130
Average: 2402
Ports
Has hdmi output
HDMI output allows you to connect devices with HDMI or mini HDMI ports. They can send video and audio to the display.
Available
Available
DisplayPort
Allows you to connect to a display using DisplayPort
3
Average: 2.2
3
Average: 2.2
Interface
PCIe 3.0 x16
PCIe 3.0 x16
HDMI
A digital interface that is used to transmit high-resolution audio and video signals.
Available
Available
FAQ
How does the PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB processor perform in benchmarks?
Passmark PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB scored 8715 points. The second video card scored 8503 points in Passmark.
What FLOPS do video cards have?
FLOPS PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB is 4.96 TFLOPS. But the second video card has FLOPS equal to 5.89 TFLOPS.
What power consumption?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB 120 Watt. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo 150 Watt.
How fast are PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB and HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB operates at 1120 MHz. In this case, the maximum frequency reaches 1266 MHz. The clock base frequency of HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo reaches 1120 MHz. In turbo mode it reaches 1338 MHz.
What kind of memory do graphics cards have?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB supports GDDR5. Installed 8 GB of RAM. Throughput reaches 256 GB/s. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo works with GDDR5. The second one has 8 GB of RAM installed. Its bandwidth is 256 GB/s.
How many HDMI connectors do they have?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has There is no data HDMI outputs. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo is equipped with 1 HDMI outputs.
What power connectors are used?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB uses There is no data. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo is equipped with There is no data HDMI outputs.
What architecture are video cards based on?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB is built on Polaris. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo uses the Polaris architecture.
What graphics processor is being used?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB is equipped with Polaris 10 Ellesmere. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo is set to Polaris 10 Ellesmere.
How many PCIe lanes
The first graphics card has 16 PCIe lanes. And the PCIe version is 3. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo 16 PCIe lanes. PCIe version 3.
How many transistors?
PowerColor Radeon RX 480 8GB has 5700 million transistors. HIS Radeon RX 480 IceQ X2 Roaring Turbo has 5700 million transistors
