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AMD's 4GB GPU: A Benchmark of Limitations

AMD's latest GPU, the RX950, comes in both 4GB and 8GB variants. The 4GB model has been criticized for its reduced memory bandwidth, which affects performance. Benchmarks of various games at 1080p show that the 4GB model struggles to deliver smooth performance, especially when compared to the 8GB model. This raises questions about the viability of 4GB GPUs for modern gaming.

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The essential points

  1. 01AMD's RX950 GPU comes in 4GB and 8GB variants
  2. 02The 4GB model has reduced memory bandwidth, affecting performance
  3. 03Benchmarks show poor performance in games at 1080p
  4. 04The 8GB model outperforms the 4GB model in most games
The full brief

AMD's latest GPU, the RX950, comes in both 4GB and 8GB variants. The 4GB model has been criticized for its reduced memory bandwidth, which affects performance.

Benchmarks of various games at 1080p show that the 4GB model struggles to deliver smooth performance, especially when compared to the 8GB model. This raises questions about the viability of 4GB GPUs for modern gaming.