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AMD Radeon HD 5850 1 GB
AMD Radeon HD 5850 1 GB

Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 4 GB
Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 4 GB
 
AMD Radeon HD 5850 1 GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 4 GB
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AMD Radeon HD 5850 1 GB
Overview - Full review
Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 4 GB
Overview - Full review
Price
1680 x 1050 = LCD 20 / 22 inch 1/2
AMD Radeon HD 5850 1 GB
Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 4 GB
Score
4/5
4/5
User Score
4/5 (1)
Specifications
Specifications
ChipCypress Pro
GPU frequency725 MHz
Memory quantity1 GB
Memory typeGDDR5
Memory frequency1000 MHz
Coolerdouble decker
Connectors2x DVI + 1x Display Port + 1x HDMI
Driver testedCatalyst 9.10
Specifications
Chip2x GK104
GPU frequency915 MHz
Memory quantity2 GB
Memory typeGDDR5
Memory frequency1502 MHz
Coolerdouble decker
Connectors3x DVI + 1x mini-DP
Driver testedForceWare 301.33
Conclusion
Fast in gameplay, saves power, and generates little heat and noise. What more could you ask? It may not be the fastest card out there, but we have no qualms in recommending it.
This is an exceptional graphics card, boasting ultra-high performances, excellent build quality, a top-end finish and ... an eye-watering price tag! It's clearly not the kind of graphics card that's within everyone's reach, but for a handful of lucky users it'll be a real boon for multi-display or 3D gaming.
Pros

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Good overall 3D performance

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Very good control of power consumption

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Silent operation in 2D

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Compatible with DirectX 11

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Performances

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Noise is kept under control

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High-quality materials and build

Cons

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Could be quieter in 3D

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No stereoscopic 3D

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Price

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Power use when idle (both GPUs are powered)