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ASUS unveils Radeon RX 5700 ROG STRIX and Radeon RX 5700 ROG TUF graphics cards
ASUS unveils custom Radeon RX 5700 ROG STRIX and TUF Gaming X3 graphics cards based on AMD Navi. The models boast enhanced cooling and design, expected in August.
Our colleagues at Hardware.info have shared crucial details about ASUS's new custom graphics cards, based on AMD's Navi architecture.
The first models to launch will be the ASUS Radeon RX 5700 ROG STRIX and Radeon RX 5700 ROG TUF.
⤢ ВІДКРИТИThe ASUS Radeon RX 5700 ROG STRIX features the familiar DirectCU cooling solution, equipped with three fans. The graphics card boasts a rather attractive shroud design and a signature backplate:
⤢ ВІДКРИТИFrankly, it doesn't inspire much confidence. Firstly, it's unclear how it will help cool the back of the PCB, given the almost complete lack of cutouts on its surface. Secondly, at least from these photos, it's uncertain how effectively it will prevent the card from sagging.
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⤢ ВІДКРИТИCurrently, it appears to be more of a decorative element, much like many modern solutions.
The second graphics card caught on camera is the ASUS RX 5700 TUF Gaming X3:
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⤢ ВІДКРИТИKnowing ASUS, the PCB is likely heavily simplified, with power delivery components swapped for cheaper alternatives.
The clock speeds for both new cards are currently unknown. However, we can speculate they won't differ significantly from the reference models.
The source mentions that the ROG STRIX Radeon RX 5700 cards are expected to hit the market on August 16th. As for the Radeon RX 5700 TUF Gaming X3, it's anticipated to go on sale on August 23rd.
Source: hardware.info
