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  • Avg. price: ~£110
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 150 W

MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

4.8

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%

4.8

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.

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

Score components:

44.0%

2.4

Performance

24.0%

4.9

Memory

12.0%

8.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

7.3

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.7

Design

4.0%

8.4

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%

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Popularity

  • 2.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    4.9

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    4.9

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.9
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    4.9

    VRAM

    10.0%

    1.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.7
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    4.9

    VRAM

    15.0%

    1.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.9
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    4.9

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £110

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Verdict

The MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is a mid-range graphics card featuring the Polaris 20 XL architecture with 2048 shading units and a boost clock speed of up to 1244 MHz (or 1268 MHz for OC versions). It is equipped with 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM on a 256-bit memory bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 224 GB/s and a TDP of 150W. Main characteristics include a stylish black-and-white armor-inspired design, dual TORX fans for enhanced airflow, and Zero Frozr technology that stops fans during low-load tasks for silent operation. Its primary pros are the generous 8GB buffer which handles modern 1080p textures well, solid value for budget gaming, and support for AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) to boost performance in demanding titles. However, notable cons include its relatively high power consumption compared to newer entry-level cards and the fact that its cooling fans can become quite loud when running at 100% capacity.

Technical Specifications of graphics card MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.

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%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

4.8
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a technical score of 4.81 points, which is lower than that of 85.4% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.7% 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%

4.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.4
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is lower than 80% 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

3,614 points
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB scores 3,614 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 91.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
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

0 points
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB scores 0 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 83.2% of graphics cards and equal to 16.8% of graphics cards.
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

7,381 points
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB scores 7,381 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 90.5% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

6,725 points
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB scores 6,725 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 76.6% of graphics cards.
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

4.53 TFLOPS
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB delivers 4.53 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 89.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.5% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85.9% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 35.9% 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

224 GB/s
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB reaches 224 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 83.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.7% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 23.4% of graphics cards and equal to 76.6% 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

12
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports DirectX 12, which is older than on 81.8% of graphics cards and equal to 16.9% of graphics cards.
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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports Vulkan 1.3, which is older than on 79.4% of graphics cards and equal to 15.7% 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

4.6
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 1.9% of graphics cards and equal to 98.1% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports up to 5 displays, which is more than 97.2% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 91% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21% of graphics cards and equal to 76.8% 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

1.4a
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.5% of graphics cards and equal to 47.1% 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

5.4 Gbps
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports DisplayPort link rates up to 5.4 Gbps, which is slower than on 87.8% of graphics cards and equal to 6% 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

150 W
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a TDP of 150 W, which is lower than that of 73.1% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.7% 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

150 W
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB draws 150 W under peak load, which is lower than 75.7% of graphics cards and equal to 1.3% 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

450 W
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB recommends a 450 W PSU, which is lower than that of 84.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 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

150 W
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a board power limit of 150 W, which is lower than that of 75.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.8% of graphics cards.
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

75 W
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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

246 x 130 x 39 mm
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB measures 246x130x 39 mm, which is more compact than 82% of graphics cards and equal in size to 0.2% of graphics cards.
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

246 mm
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is 246 mm long, which is shorter than 71.7% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.1% 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

130 mm
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is 130 mm tall, which is taller than 58.6% of graphics cards and equal in height to 2.9% 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
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 53.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 42.5% 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

622 g
MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB weighs 622 g, which is lighter than 86.2% of graphics cards and equal in weight to 0.3% of graphics cards.
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MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB vs the average graphics card

  • 4x faster VRAM clock
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (7,000 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (7,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.7000 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.450 W vs 650 W
  • 1 more displays supported
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.5 vs 4
  • 30.2% lower TDP
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.150 W vs 215 W
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 39 mm shorter card length
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is shorter than the average graphics card (246 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is shorter than the average graphics card (246 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.246 mm vs 285 mm
  • 2 more GPUs supported
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    What it is: Maximum number of GPUs supported in a multi-GPU setup
    When it matters: When you are planning a rendering or compute setup with more than one card.

    Importance: LOW

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.2 vs 0
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • Better FP64 ratio
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
  • 4x faster VRAM clock
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (7,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 2 more GPUs supported
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 1 more displays supported
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 30.2% lower TDP
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (150 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 33.3% lower board power limit
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (150 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
  • 39 mm shorter card length
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is shorter than the average graphics card (246 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
  • More compact card size
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is more compact than the average graphics card (246x130x 39 mm vs 285x127x 52 mm). The average graphics card has a size of 285x127x 52 mm.

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 49.4% lower boost clock speed
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,268 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
  • No CUDA support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support CUDA, the average graphics card does.
  • 39.2% lower base clock speed
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,168 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
  • 75.6% lower pixel rate
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (39.8 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
  • 58.2% lower texture rate
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (159.2 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
  • 144 fewer AI cores
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 56 fewer TMUs
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (128 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 77.4% lower FP32 performance
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (5.1 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
  • 8 fewer compute units
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (32 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 67.4% lower PassMark score
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (7,381 points vs 22,653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,653 points.
  • 75.4% lower gaming score
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (3,614 points vs 14,678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,678.5 points.
  • 82.9% lower FP16 performance
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (5.1 TFLOPS vs 29.725 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.725 TFLOPS.
  • 80.3% lower compute throughput
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (4.5 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
  • 44.3% lower compute score
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (6,725 points vs 12,074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,074 points.
  • 2,304 fewer FP32 units
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (2048 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 63.2% slower memory speed
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (7,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 50% lower memory bandwidth
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (224 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 91.7% smaller L2 cache
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
  • 100% smaller L1 cache
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (0 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 2.8x larger process node
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher process node than the average graphics card (14 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • No DLSS support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No ray tracing
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • No AI upscalers
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
  • 6 older
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB was released earlier than the average graphics card (2017 vs 2023).
    April 2017
  • No mesh shaders
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • No XeSS support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No DirectStorage support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support DirectStorage, the average graphics card does.
  • Older encoder generation
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (3.4 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • Worse SAM support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
  • Older Vulkan version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.3 vs 1.4).
  • Older DirectX version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
  • Older OpenCL version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (2 vs 3.0).
  • No sampler feedback
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 75.1% fewer transistors
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (5,700 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
  • Older shader model
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (6.7 vs 6.8).
  • No AV1 encoding
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Narrower encode codec support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
  • Narrower decode codec support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports narrower hardware decode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1).
  • Older HDMI version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 2.3).
  • 73% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (5.4 Gbps vs 20 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 20 Gbps.
  • 1 fewer fans
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • No dual BIOS
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • 16 °C higher idle temperature
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (53 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
  • 8.6 dB noisier under load
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (44 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
  • No backplate
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • No RGB lighting
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 5 mm higher card profile
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB is taller than the average graphics card (130 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
  • 49.4% lower boost clock speed
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,268 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,268 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.1268 MHz vs 2505 MHz
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    What it is: Number of dedicated ray tracing processing cores or units
    When it matters: When you care about ray-traced lighting, reflections, and shadows in newer games.

    Importance: HIGH

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.0 vs 40
  • 2.8x larger process node
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher process node than the average graphics card (14 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a higher process node than the average graphics card (14 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.14 nm vs 5 nm
  • No CUDA support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support CUDA, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports CUDA parallel computing platform
    When it matters: When your apps or AI tools specifically depend on the CUDA software stack.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support CUDA, the average graphics card does.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB 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
  • 39.2% lower base clock speed
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,168 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,168 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.1168 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 1 fewer fans
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB 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

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • No DLSS support
    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA DLSS upscaling technology
    When it matters: When you play NVIDIA-supported games and want better frame rates at higher settings.

    Importance: LOW

    MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
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What customers like about MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB?

  • Excellent value for 1080p gaming, often beating competitors like the GTX 1050 Ti.
  • Generous 8GB VRAM provides more headroom for higher quality visuals and texture-heavy games.
  • Quiet operation at low loads thanks to the Zero Frozr feature that stops fans entirely.
  • Unique monochrome black-and-white aesthetic that fits specific PC build themes.
  • Good overclocking potential, easily gaining performance boosts using MSI Afterburner.

What customers dislike about MSI Radeon RX 570 Armor 8GB?

  • Lacks a backplate on some revisions, which can look cheap or leave the PCB exposed.
  • Fan noise becomes significantly loud and intrusive when speeds exceed 50-80%.
  • Higher power consumption (TDP of 150W) compared to modern entry-level alternatives.
  • Struggles with the latest AAA titles, often requiring reduced settings to maintain playable frame rates.
  • Aging architecture lacks support for the newest driver-level optimizations and features.

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12/06/2018
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19/10/2023
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The best AMD Radeon RX 570 graphics cards - WePC
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09/05/2018
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