ASUS AMD RADEON RX 580 8 GB GDDR5 256 bit
Key Specifications:
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| GPU Architecture | Polaris (14 nm) — RX 500 series. |
| Stream / Shader Processors | 2304 |
| TMUs / ROPs | 144 TMUs / 32 ROPs |
| Memory | 8 GB GDDR5, 256-bit interface |
| Base / Boost Clocks | Base ~ 1257 MHz, boost up to ~ 1340-1360 MHz depending on model / OC version. |
| Memory Clock / Bandwidth | ~ 2000 MHz (8 Gbps effective), giving ~ 256 GB/s bandwidth. |
| Power Draw / Requirements | TDP ~ 150-190 W (varies by model / overclocked version); needs at least one 8-pin power connector usually. PSU recommendation is ~ 450 W for safe headroom. |
Key Specifications:
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| GPU Architecture | Polaris (14 nm) — RX 500 series. |
| Stream / Shader Processors | 2304 |
| TMUs / ROPs | 144 TMUs / 32 ROPs |
| Memory | 8 GB GDDR5, 256-bit interface |
| Base / Boost Clocks | Base ~ 1257 MHz, boost up to ~ 1340-1360 MHz depending on model / OC version. |
| Memory Clock / Bandwidth | ~ 2000 MHz (8 Gbps effective), giving ~ 256 GB/s bandwidth. |
| Power Draw / Requirements | TDP ~ 150-190 W (varies by model / overclocked version); needs at least one 8-pin power connector usually. PSU recommendation is ~ 450 W for safe headroom. |
Real-World Performance:
What you can expect when using an RX 580 8 GB in 2024-25 depends on what you want to do:
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Very solid performance at 1080p resolution: for e-sports games, competitive shooters, many modern titles at medium-high settings, you can get good frame rates.
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For more demanding AAA games, you’ll need to drop settings (shadows, quality, etc.) to achieve smooth performance.
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Less ideal for 1440p / 4K at high/ultra settings; tends to struggle more as resolution and graphical effects increase.
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Well suited for tasks like video streaming, multi-monitor setups, general compute tasks, etc., given its 8 GB VRAM.
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Efficiency is decent given its age, but the power draw and heat output are higher than more modern mid-range cards.
Strengths:
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Good price-to-performance especially in used or older stock; gives a lot of value for 1080p gaming.
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8 GB of VRAM helps with texture quality and more future proofing than 4 GB cards.
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Reliable features from ASUS (cooling, build quality, etc.) in many models.
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Wide compatibility; many motherboards/PSUs in budget to mid-range systems can handle this with a decent PSU.
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