Asus rx 580 dual review in Spanish (full analysis)

Although this new generation does not have a very attractive attraction, it is interesting to know the main models that are coming to the market. On this occasion, we bring you the review of the Asus RX 580 Dual graphics card with double fan, 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and a custom PCB.

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Asus RX 580 Dual technical characteristics

Unboxing and design

Asus makes a presentation to us in a cardboard box of normal dimensions. On the cover we can see an image of the animal that we will find inside… Leaving the jokes? To say that the Asus RX 580 Dual is fully compatible with virtual reality glasses and with the 8GB model. Although there is a lower version with 4GB memory, very to take into account for tight pockets and who want to play in Full HD.

While the back details the main technical characteristics of the product.

Once we open the box we find the following bundle:

• Asus RX 580 Dual 8GB. CD with installation drivers. Quick guide.

It has a Polaris 20 core made up of a total of 33 Compute Units (CU) that add up to no less than 2304 stream processors, 144 TMUs and 32 ROPs at a maximum frequency on the card of 1360 MHz. With these characteristics, the Ellesmere core is capable of offering maximum power greater than 6.17 TFLOPs, so it is perfect for virtual reality games.

The Asus RX 580 Dual can be found with a total of 4 GB or 8GB of GDDR5 memory, in our case we have the largest, at a frequency of 8000 MHz and with a 256-bit interface to achieve a bandwidth of 224 GB / s.

It has dimensions of 24.2 x 12.9 x 3.8 cm and its weight is much lower, compared to the Strix model. While cooling we find a new renovated Dual heatsink; Consisting of an aluminum radiator and in conjunction with two Asus Wing-Blade fans with PWM control and operating mode at 0dB that keeps them off in idle and low load situations.

As seen in superior models, it incorporates the IP5X certification that makes them resistant to dust and thus offering greater longevity. This heatsink promises to keep the card 40% cooler than the reference model. Another major difference is that it is much quieter and is inaudible at rest.

One of the great advantages of this series is that it incorporates an 8-pin connector, since its consumption is quite low and it does not demand great electrical power. We already saw that AMD with the RX 400 series did a very good job in this aspect and in the temperatures.

Among its rear connections we find:

• One DVI connection Two DisplayPort 1.4 connections Two HDMI 2.0 connections.

PCB and internal components

To remove the heatsink from the PCB is as simple as removing the four screws from the rear area. Once extracted we realize that it includes a somewhat lower quality heatsink than the Strix. But considering the price difference, it is perfectly understood. However, it is totally suitable, even incorporating only 2 nickel-plated copper heatpipes.

The PCB is customized and incorporates premium components signed by Asus Super Alloy Power II technology. What does this mean? What improves the quality of life of the team so much, withstands the stress of overclocking, long sessions playing and above all it has nothing of Coil Whine (Mind you, at least this unit). Also keep in mind that it incorporates a total of we found a design of 7 + 1 power phases, so that overclocking will not be a problem.

Test bench and performance tests

TESTING BENCH
Processor:	i7-7700k @ 4500 Mhz
Base plate:	Asus Maximus IX APEX
Memory:	32 GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4 @ 3200 Mhz
Heatsink	Corsair H100i V2.
HDD	Samsung 850 EVO SSD.
Graphic card	Asus RX 580 Dual
Power supply	Corsair AX860i

All tests have been passed with the filters to the maximum unless we indicate otherwise. In order to have adequate performance, we have carried out three types of tests: the first is the most common at Full HD 1920 x 1080, the second resolution is making the leap to 2K or 1440P (2560 x 1440P) gamers and the most enthusiastic with 4K (3840 x 2160). The operating system we have used has been Windows 10 Pro 64 bit and the latest drivers available from the Nvidia website.

What are we looking for in the tests?

First, the best possible image quality. The most important value for us is the average FPS (Frames per second), the higher the number of FPS the more fluid the game will go. To differentiate the quality a bit, we leave you a table to assess the quality in FPS, but we will also have the minimum Fps in the tests that were thus possible:

FRAMES BY SECONDS
Frames for Seconds. (FPS)	Gameplay
Less than 30 FPS	Limited
30 - 40 FPS	Playable
40 - 60 FPS	Good
Greater than 60 FPS	Fairly Good or Excellent

Synthetic benchmarks

On this occasion, we have reduced it to several very specific tests, since we consider that they are more than sufficient as synthetic performance tests.

• 3DMARK Fire Strike.3DMARK Fire Strike Ultra.Time SpyHeaven Superposition

Game Testing

We have decided to make the leap to checking various games manually. The reason? Very simple, we want to give a much more realistic vision and cover tests with current games. Since we make an effort, it is consistent with the level of the website and that of our readers.

Testing in games 1920 x 1080

Testing in games 2560 x 1440

Testing in games 3840 x 2160

Overclocking

Note: Remember that overclocking or manipulation carries a risk, we and any manufacturer are not responsible for improper use, use the head and always do so at your own risk.

We wanted to squeeze the graphics card a little bit, we have reached almost 1400 MHz in the core and we have raised the memories to 2100 MHz, and the system was frozen. We have improved the score from 13602 points in graphics to 14609 points. Outperforming even the Strix model… impressive.

Temperature and consumption

The temperatures of the Asus RX 580 Dual have been very good. At rest we have obtained 36ºC since the fans are in passive mode until some game is activated and the temperature rises. While playing we do not exceed 66 ºC in any case.

Another of the great advantages of this range is the reduced consumption that we have in the equipment. Until very recently it was unthinkable to have high-end graphics and get 53W at rest and 222W playing with an Intel i7-6700K processor. While overclocked it goes up to 58 W at rest and 251 W at maximum performance.

Final words and conclusion about Asus RX 580 Dual

The Asus RX 580 Dual is positioned on one of the most attractive Polaris graphics cards on the market. Its heatsink, its good PCB, its low noise at low load and excellent consumption are its most important guarantee.

Many users will be glad to know that it does not have any LED or RGB light when it is turned on, which also saves its manufacturing cost. Regarding its performance we have tested a high-end equipment and the results have been really good in Full HD and 2560 x 1440p games.

We recommend reading our guide to the best graphics cards on the market.

Regarding overclocking, it should be noted that it has given excellent performance, sometimes surpassing its superior model: Strix. Although what I liked least is that it does not incorporate a rear backplate . Although many times it only serves as an aesthetic, but if you want to have a very nice team, it is already received that you incorporate it.

Currently we can find it for a price of 249 euros for the 4GB model and a little more for the 8GB model. Without a doubt, a 100% recommended option.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ GOOD HEATSINK.	- WITHOUT REAR BACKPLATE.
+ EXCELLENT PCB.
+ LOW SOUND.
+ OVERCLOCK.
+ PERFORMANCE IN 2K GAMES

And after carefully evaluating both the evidence and the product, Professional Review awards him the gold medal:

Asus RX 580 Dual

COMPONENT QUALITY - 90%

DISSIPATION - 80%

GAMING EXPERIENCE - 85%

SOUND - 80%

PRICE - 80%

83%