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Brand | SAPPHIRE |
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Model | 100291L |
Interface | PCI Express 2.1 x16 |
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Chipset Manufacturer | ATI |
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GPU Series | AMD Radeon HD 5000 series |
GPU | Radeon HD 5450 (Cedar) |
Core Clock | 650 MHz |
Effective Memory Clock | 800 MHz |
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Memory Size | 512MB |
Memory Interface | 64-Bit |
Memory Type | DDR2 |
DirectX | DirectX 11 |
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HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
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D-SUB | 1 x D-SUB |
DVI | 1 x DVI |
Max Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
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CrossFireX Support | Software Crossfire |
Cooler | Fanless |
Dual-Link DVI Supported | Yes |
HDCP Ready | Yes |
Date First Available | February 15, 2010 |
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Pros: On-board HDMI, multi-monitor support, okay 3d for some games, excellent 1080p performance even on an older PC
Cons: Out of the gate, HDMI was a problem. First, the HDMI slot for low profile cards is too far to the left. The cable end has trouble making good contact due to the rubber casing. Once it's in, video looks great. HD sound however causes a brief buzz at first when an application needs it. Sometimes the buzz does not stop and audio needs to be adjusted to clear it. Other times the screen briefly goes blank. Newest drivers do not clear the issue. We'll see what ATI support has to say.
Overall Review: In all, for a low-end HD card, it is pretty impressive and even has support for 3D monitors. The sound quality and video quality and performance is exceptional and crisp. Not happy with the HDMI buzz and screen blinking issue otherwise I would give it 5 stars. I'll give benefit of the doubt to support for now and see what they come back with for a fix on this only annoyance I have.