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MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming 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.

MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming

4.7/10

▼Worse than 90% of graphics cards

6.2

▼Worse than 87%

4.5

▼Worse than 90%

6.7

▼Worse than 97%

2.2
Gaming
Gaming
2.2/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for gaming performance.
When it matters
When you want to play demanding mobile games, 3D titles, or run graphics-intensive apps smoothly.
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45.0%
1.6
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.6
Video editing
Video editing
4.6/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for video editing performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific video editing needs.
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Score components
35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.6
Floating-point performance
15.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
2.3
1080p
1080p
2.3/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1080p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1080p needs.
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Score components
55.0%
1.6
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
10.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
2.0
1440p
1440p
2.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1440p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1440p needs.
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Score components
50.0%
1.6
Floating-point performance
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
15.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
2.0
4K
4K
2.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 4k performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 4k needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
40.0%
1.6
Floating-point performance
35.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Technical Specifications of graphics card MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming

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Performance

2.4

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3DMark Time Spy benchmark score

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PassMark (G3D) result

PassMark (DirectCompute) result

Floating-point performance

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Memory

3.8

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VRAM

Memory type

GDDR5

GDDR version

Memory bus width

Maximum memory bandwidth

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Platform & Features

7.4

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PCI Express (PCIe) version

PCIe lanes

DirectX version

Vulkan version

OpenGL version

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Connectivity & Media

7.6

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Max displays supported

Max digital resolution

DisplayPort outputs

DisplayPort version

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Power & Cooling

8.8

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

Power consumption while under peak load

Recommended PSU wattage

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PCIe power spec

120 W

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Design

7.1

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MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming vs the average graphics card

Why is MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming better than the average graphics card?

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30.8% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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
2 more GPUs supported
This graphics card 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
This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
1 vs 0
33.3% lower board power limit
This graphics card 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.
150 W vs 225 W
Supports multi-GPU linking
This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.

2.94x cheaper
MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).
£180 vs £530

Better FP64 ratio
This graphics card has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
1:16 vs 1:64

2 more GPUs supported
This graphics card 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
Supports multi-GPU linking
This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.

1 more displays supported
This graphics card supports more displays than the average graphics card (5 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
5 vs 4
1 more DVI outputs
This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
1 vs 0

30.8% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card 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
30.2% lower TDP
This graphics card 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
33.3% lower board power limit
This graphics card 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.
150 W vs 225 W

0.5 slot/s slimmer design
This graphics card 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
More compact card size
This graphics card is more compact than the average graphics card (276x142 x 39 mm vs 285x127 x 52 mm). The average graphics card has a size of 285x127 x 52 mm.
276x142 x 39 mm vs 285x127 x 52 mm

Why is MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming worse than the average graphics card?

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49.4% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1268 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,268 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
4 GB vs 12 GB
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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
This graphics card does not support CUDA, the average graphics card does.
39.2% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1168 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,168 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
1 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
2 vs 3
No DLSS support
This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.

16.3% worse value for money
MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.19 vs 7.2).
6.19 vs 7.2
19% lower user score
User score
6.7/ 10
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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.
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MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming
the average graphics card
MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming has a lower user score than the average graphics card (6.72 vs 8.000).
6.72 vs 8

49.4% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1268 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,268 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card 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
No CUDA support
This graphics card does not support CUDA, the average graphics card does.
39.2% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1168 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,168 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
75.6% lower pixel rate
This graphics card 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.
39.81 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
58.2% lower texture rate
This graphics card 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.
159.2 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
144 fewer AI cores
This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
0 vs 144
32 fewer ROPs
This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
32 vs 64
56 fewer TMUs
This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (128 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
128 vs 184
77.4% lower FP32 performance
This graphics card 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.
5.09 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
8 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (32 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
32 vs 40
63.6% lower PassMark score
This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (8252 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
8,252 points vs 22,653 points
73.4% lower gaming score
This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (3911 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
3,911 points vs 14,678.5 points
76.1% lower compute score
This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (2886 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
2,886 points vs 12,074 points
82.9% lower FP16 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (5.1 TFLOPS vs 29.7 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.725 TFLOPS.
5.09 TFLOPS vs 29.725 TFLOPS
76.9% lower compute throughput
This graphics card has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (5.3 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
5.3 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS
2,304 fewer FP32 units
This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (2048 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
2,048 vs 4,352

8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
4 GB vs 12 GB
63.2% slower memory speed
This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (7000 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
7,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
50% lower memory bandwidth
This graphics card 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.
224 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
91.7% smaller L2 cache
This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
2 MB vs 24 MB
87.5% smaller L1 cache
This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (16 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
16 vs 128

2.8x larger process node
This graphics card 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 DLSS support
This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
No ray tracing
This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
Older PCIe version
This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
3.0 vs 4.0
No AI upscalers
This graphics card does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
6 older
This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2017 vs 2023).
April 2017
2,017 vs 2,023
No mesh shaders
This graphics card does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No XeSS support
This graphics card does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
Worse SAM support
This graphics card offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
Older encoder generation
This graphics card uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
4.0 vs 8
Older Vulkan version
This graphics card supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.3 vs 1.4).
1.3 vs 1.4
Older DirectX version
This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
12 vs 12 Ultimate
Older OpenCL version
This graphics card supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
2.0 vs 3.0
Older shader model
This graphics card supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (5.1 vs 6.8).
5.1 vs 6.8
No sampler feedback
This graphics card does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
75.1% fewer transistors
This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (5700 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
5,700 million vs 22,900 million
Older FSR version
This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (1 vs 3.1).
1.0 vs 3.1

No AV1 encoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No AV1 decoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
2 vs 3
No DSC support
This graphics card does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
Narrower encode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
Older DisplayPort version
This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
1.4 vs 1.4a
Older HDMI version
This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
2.0b vs 2.1
Older HDCP version
This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
2.2 vs 2.3
2 fewer monitors per output type
This graphics card supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
1 vs 3
73% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
This graphics card 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.
5.4 Gbps vs 20 Gbps

1 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
2 vs 3
No dual BIOS
This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
8 °C higher idle temperature
This graphics card has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (45 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
45 °C vs 37 °C

No backplate
This graphics card does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
17 mm higher card profile
This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (142 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
142 mm vs 125 mm

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relaxedtech.com

19/04/2017

Summary of the review

AMD Radeon RX 580Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. and RX 570Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. Review - RelaxedTech

The AMD Radeon RX 580 and RX 570 graphics cards offer superb 1080p and 1440p gaming performance, serving as an excellent upgrade path for gamers using older video cards like the R7/R9 300 or GTX 900 series. Built on a refined 14nm FinFET Polaris architecture, these cards outpace their direct Nvidia rivals, the GTX 1060 and GTX 1050 Ti, across a broad spectrum of DX11 and DX12 AAA benchmark titles—including Battlefield 1, GTA V, and The Witcher 3. The MSI Gaming X variants reviewed feature custom TwinFrozr VI coolers that maintain low operating temperatures, idling at 32°C and staying under 70°C during heavy load. Additionally, they fully support modern AMD ecosystem technologies such as FreeSync, Radeon Chill, and Radeon ReLive. The major pros highlighted in the review include fantastic 1080p gaming capabilities, quiet and cool operation, large factory overclocks, and superior value when compared to the competition—especially noting that the RX 570 vastly outclasses the GTX 1050 Ti for a minor price premium. Conversely, the primary con centers on the MSI RX 580 8GB model's demanding power requirements, specifically its...

tektick.com

23/04/2017

Summary of the review

MSI RX 570 Gaming X 4G Review - TekTick

The MSI RX 570 Gaming X 4G is a highly capable graphics card optimized for high-frame-rate 1080p gaming, showing respectable performance even at higher resolutions like 3440 x 1440. Built on a refined manufacturing process compared to the older RX 470, it delivers a mild clock speed increase out of the box—reaching 1293 MHz in OC Mode—and boasts exceptional manual overclocking headroom. When fully manually overclocked, its performance nearly levels with stock RX 580 models. Additionally, the card features the Twin Frozr cooling system with a "Zero Frozr" feature, keeping the GPU at a completely silent 40°C when idle and maintaining quiet operation during typical gaming loads at around 60°C. However, the card suffers from notable design compromises and structural cutbacks. MSI completely copied the cooler layout from the previous generation RX 470, omitting a back-plate and removing the base plate that cools the video memory and power delivery components. It also features fewer heat-pipes than the RX 580 model. These cooling reductions lead to a substantial temperature and noise spike under extreme conditions; during Furmark stress testing, temperatures hit...

bit-tech.net

19/04/2017

Summary of the review

MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X 4G Review - Bit-tech

The MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X 4G is a mid-range graphics card that serves as a slightly overclocked, refreshed version of the older RX 470. It features an out-of-the-box core boost frequency of 1,281MHz (a 3% increase over stock) and 4GB of GDDR5 memory running at 7Gbps, both of which can be slightly raised via the MSI Gaming App's built-in OC Mode. Built on a 6 phase power design with Military Class 4 components, the card relies on a single 8-pin PCI-E connector. It swaps out standard reference connectivity for a more balanced layout of two DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.0b ports, which is highly beneficial for budget VR setups.

hardwareluxx.de

18/04/2017

Summary of the review

MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X 4G - Seite 4 - Hardwareluxx

The Hardwareluxx review analyzes the MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X 4G, featuring a 275 mm long, 2-slot design with the Twin Frozr cooler (dual 95 mm fans). Under load, it operates at a 1,281 MHz boost clock, a core voltage of 1.05 V, and a power draw of 131.7 W. The card offers robust connectivity with two HDMI 2.0b ports, two DisplayPort 1.3/1.4 connectors, and one Dual-Link DVI port. Hardwareluxx Pros include effective cooling with zero-fan mode for silence, good performance for 1080p gaming, and decent factory overclocking, while the cons mainly relate to the higher power consumption and heat compared to its Pascal-based competitors. Hardwareluxx

hardwareluxx.de

18/04/2017

Summary of the review

Polaris neu aufgelegt: AMD Radeon RX 580 und RX 570 im Test

The Hardwareluxx review covers AMD's launch of the Radeon RX 500 series, specifically testing two custom models of the RX 580 (from ASUS and Sapphire) and one RX 570 (from MSI). Instead of introducing the new Vega architecture, this series serves as a refined re-release of the 14nm Polaris architecture, built on an improved manufacturing process referred to as "14LPP+". This manufacturing refinement allows for higher factory clock speeds. For instance, the reference RX 580 features a base clock of 1,257 MHz and a boost clock of 1,340 MHz (up from the RX 480's 1,120/1,266 MHz), while custom partner cards push past 1,400 MHz. The RX 570 similarly benefits from increased reference clocks of 1,168 MHz base and 1,244 MHz boost. The target audience is explicitly gamers upgrading from older hardware generations (like the RX 380X or lower), rather than existing RX 400 series owners who will find little incentive to switch. Pros and Cons Pros: The main advantage is the improved 14nm manufacturing process that enables higher core clock rates out of the box. This results in a slight...

lesnumeriques.com

17/05/2019

Summary of the review

Test AMD Radeon RX 570Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. : le jeu en Full HD sans se ruiner

The review by Les Numériques characterizes the AMD Radeon RX 570 as a minor, 3% factory-overclocked refresh of the RX 470, resulting in a low score of 2/5 stars due to lack of innovation. Based on the Polaris 20 architecture with 2,048 stream processors, the card (tested in an MSI Gaming X 4G model) offers a slight performance boost over its predecessor. While efficient for 1080p gaming with high settings, the RX 570 struggles to compete directly with Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1060 3GB, trailing it by roughly 10% in performance. Key pros highlighted in the review include solid 1080p gaming performance, a factory-overclocked design, and a reasonably quiet, robust cooling solution provided by MSI. Conversely, the review cites the lack of real performance improvements, increased power consumption compared to the RX 470, and a questionable value proposition as the main disadvantages. Consequently, it is viewed as an underwhelming offering, particularly for those looking to upgrade from previous-generation cards.

profesionalreview.com

17/04/2017

Summary of the review

MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X fotografiada

The MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming X preview highlights the graphics card's early leak and physical layout ahead of its official launch. Built on AMD's mature Polaris 20 architecture using a third-generation 14nm FinFET process, this GPU delivers improved power efficiency compared to its predecessor, the Polaris 10. This refinement allows the card to achieve higher core operating frequencies without a corresponding jump in energy consumption. Structurally, it maintains an identical aesthetic to the older RX 470 Gaming X, featuring 4 GB of GDDR5 memory running on a 256-bit bus at 7 GHz. It retains a core hardware configuration consisting of 2048 Stream Processors, 124 TMUs, and 32 ROPs. The primary pros highlighted in the article include the integration of the Twin Frozr VI cooling system, which provides highly efficient heat management while maintaining a very quiet acoustic profile under load. Additionally, the architecture's manufacturing maturity allows for better frequency headroom and performance scaling compared to previous generations. On the flip side, the major cons stem from a total lack of aesthetic innovation, as the card's physical appearance and cooler...

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Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming

Excellent 1080p gaming performance, especially in eSports titles like Fortnite and older AAA games
Highly efficient Twin Frozr VI cooling system that remains nearly silent even under heavy load
Great value for money, frequently cited as one of the best budget options for entry-level builds
Solid build quality featuring MSI's 'Military Class 4' components and customizable RGB lighting
Decent overclocking potential, often yielding a 5-10% performance increase
Support for modern features like AMD FreeSync and FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) to extend longevity

What we don't like about MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming

High power consumption compared to newer competitors, often requiring a high-quality 450W+ PSU
The 4GB VRAM variants may struggle with high-resolution textures in the most demanding modern titles
Noticeable lack of a backplate on some models, which affects aesthetics and thermal protection
Runs hot during intense stress tests (like Furmark), though typically stays under 70°C during normal gaming
Outdated architecture that lacks official support or optimizations for newer 2024-2025 releases
Price premium on MSI Gaming X models compared to other partner cards can be steep

Verdict

The MSI Radeon RX 570 Gaming is a mid-range graphics card featuring the Polaris 20 XL architecture with 2048 shading units and options for either 4GB or 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM on a 256-bit memory bus. It typically offers a boost clock of up to 1293 MHz in OC mode and utilizes MSI's Twin Frozr VI thermal design with dual Torx 2.0 fans and Zero Frozr technology for silent operation during low-load tasks. Its primary strengths include excellent 1080p gaming performance, a robust cooling system that remains quiet under load, and high-quality build components. However, its main drawbacks are high power consumption relative to its performance, reaching a TDP of 150W, and its dated architecture which lacks modern features like hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

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