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  • Avg. price: ~£120
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 175 W

GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

4.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

3.2

Performance

24.0%

4.3

Memory

12.0%

8.1

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.4

Platform & Features

5.0%

9.6

Design

4.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Media

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.3
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.3
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.7
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Gigabyte Radeon RX 590 Gaming 8G is built on a 12nm Polaris architecture featuring 2,304 stream processors, a 256-bit memory interface, and 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM. It operates with a boost clock of 1545 MHz in gaming mode, which can reach 1560 MHz in OC mode, and utilizes the WindForce 2X cooling system with dual 90mm fans and three composite copper heat pipes for thermal management. Main advantages include solid 1080p performance that often outperforms the GTX 1060, effective semi-passive cooling that stays silent during low loads, and a durable build with a protective metal backplate. However, the card is frequently cited for high power consumption relative to its performance, and it can run significantly hotter and louder than modern alternatives when pushed to its limits.

Technical Specifications of GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

?

Power & Cooling

11.0%

?

Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

?

Connectivity & Media

4.9
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a technical score of 4.94 points, which is lower than that of 78.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.4
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is lower than 67% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

N/A
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

7.19 TFLOPS
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming delivers 7.19 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 82.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

8 GB
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 25.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

256 GB/s
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming reaches 256 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 80.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.7% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.3
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports Vulkan 1.3, which is older than on 73.5% of graphics cards and equal to 22.5% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.5
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports OpenGL 4.5, which is older than on 95.2% of graphics cards and equal to 3.3% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

5
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports up to 5 displays, which is more than 97% of graphics cards and equal to 1.7% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

7680x4320
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 44.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 55.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

8.1 Gbps
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

175 W
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a TDP of 175 W, which is lower than that of 62.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.9% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

225 W
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming draws 225 W under peak load, which is higher than 53.5% of graphics cards and equal to 0.9% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

500 W
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming recommends a 500 W PSU, which is lower than that of 76.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 9.6% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

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PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

232 mm
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is 232 mm long, which is shorter than 80.4% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

116 mm
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is 116 mm tall, which is shorter than 77.8% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming vs the average graphics card

  • 1 more displays supported
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
    What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
    When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.5 vs 4
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.500 W vs 650 W
  • 53.37 mm shorter card length
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (232 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (232 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.232 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 14.3% faster VRAM clock
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.2000 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 11 mm lower card height
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (116 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (116 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.116 mm vs 127 mm
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 4.42x cheaper
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is cheaper than the average graphics card (£120 vs £530).
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is cheaper than the average graphics card (£120 vs £530).£120 vs £530
  • 18.6% lower TDP
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (175 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (175 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.175 W vs 215 W
  • Better FP64 ratio
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
  • 14.3% faster VRAM clock
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 1 more displays supported
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 18.6% lower TDP
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (175 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 53.37 mm shorter card length
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (232 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 11 mm lower card height
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming is shorter than the average graphics card (116 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 37.6% lower boost clock speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,560 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 70.1% lower pixel rate
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (49.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 23.5% lower base clock speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,469 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 41% lower texture rate
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (222.5 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 68.5% lower FP32 performance
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (7.2 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 40 fewer TMUs
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (144 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 4 fewer compute units
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (36 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 75.9% lower FP16 performance
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (7.1 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 68.9% lower compute throughput
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (7.2 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 2,048 fewer FP32 units
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (2,304 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 42.9% lower memory bandwidth
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (256 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 93.8% smaller L2 cache
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 87.5% smaller L1 cache
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (16 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 2.4x larger process node
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • No XeSS support
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • 4 older
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,019 vs 2,023).
  • No mesh shaders
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • Older Vulkan version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.3 vs 1.4).
  • No sampler feedback
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • Older OpenGL version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older OpenGL version than the average graphics card (4.5 vs 4.6).
  • 74% fewer transistors
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (5,700 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • No AV1 encoding
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • Narrower decode codec support
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming supports narrower hardware decode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
  • 1 fewer fans
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • 14 °C higher load temperature
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (81 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
  • 7.9 dB noisier under load
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (42.9 dB vs 35 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35 dB.
  • 7 °C higher idle temperature
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (45 °C vs 38 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 38 °C.
  • 37.6% lower boost clock speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,560 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,560 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1560 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 2.4x larger process node
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.12 nm vs 5 nm
  • 1 fewer fans
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 70.1% lower pixel rate
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (49.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (49.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.49.44 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.8000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
    When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.

    Importance: HIGH

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.32 vs 64
  • 23.5% lower base clock speed
    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,469 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,469 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.1469 MHz vs 1920 MHz
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What customers like about GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming?

  • Excellent 1080p performance, capable of running modern titles at high to ultra settings with stable 60+ FPS.
  • Strong value-to-performance ratio, often cited as a more affordable alternative to Nvidia's GTX 1060 or 1660 series.
  • The Windforce 2X cooling system includes a 'Fan Stop' feature that keeps the card silent during idle or light tasks.
  • Equipped with 8GB of VRAM, making it well-suited for high-texture gaming and some VR applications.
  • Features a sleek aesthetic with subtle RGB lighting and a metal backplate that adds to build quality.
  • Compact dual-slot design that fits more easily into a variety of PC cases compared to bulkier three-fan models.

What customers dislike about GIGABYTE Radeon RX 590 Gaming?

  • High power consumption, requiring an 8-pin connector and often necessitating a higher-wattage power supply.
  • Tendency to run hot under heavy load, with some users reporting temperatures reaching 75°C or higher.
  • Fans can become significantly loud (described by some as 'plane engine' noise) when the card is under full load.
  • Marginal performance improvement over the RX 580, leading some reviewers to suggest the older model is a better value.
  • Reports of reliability issues, including fan failure, crashing, or artifacting after several months of use.
  • Driver-related stability issues, with some users experiencing system crashes or difficulty updating software.

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19/10/2023
Best AMD Radeon RX 590 Graphics Cards - WePC

This review evaluates the best AMD Radeon RX 590 graphics cards, highlighting choices based on cooling, budget, aesthetics, and unique hardware features. The top recommendation is the Sapphire Nitro+ RX 590 Special Edition, praised for its unique sapphire-blue case, ultra-quiet dual-fan system, precise intelligent fan controls, and customisable RGB functionality controlled via TriXX...Read more

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