The XFX Core Edition R7-250A-CLF4 is powered by an AMD Radeon R7 250 GPU. It delivers evolved performance and lower power consumption at a budget-friendly price with the latest AMD graphics technology. The Radeon R7 250 is based on AMD’s revolutionary 28nm GCN architecture, and comes with support for DirectX 11.2 for improved graphics in the hottest games. AMD App Acceleration boosts your everyday applications. And with VGA/DVI/HDMI connectors, you can build multi-monitor environments for enhanced viewing and productivity.
This card features a low-profile form factor, and includes both half- and full-height brackets for easy installation into various systems. The top-quality components, like solid capacitors, a ferrite core choke, and a dust-free fan, enable exceptional durability and stability even under harsh conditions.
The XFactor - See The XFX DifferenceThe high-quality components – including solid capacitors, a ferrite core, premium PCB material, adust-free fan, and an XFX bracket – provide you with better performance, enhanced stability, and an increased lifespan.
DirectX 11.2The tessellation performance on AMD's Radeon R7/R9 series is up to two times faster than the previous generation; DirectCompute performance is also faster to accelerate advanced post-processing, filtering, and anti-aliasing techniques. Direct X11 games have never looked this good.
MantleThere’s optimization, and then there’s Mantle. Games enabled with Mantle speak the language of GCN architecture to unlock revolutionary performance and image quality.
AMD App AccelerationImprove performance of everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and video rendering.
AMD PowerTune technologyEnables intelligent power monitoring to enable higher clock speeds and better performance in your favorite games.
AMD HD3D technologyPlay 3D games, watch Blu-ray 3D videos, and edit 3D photos on your 3D monitor, TV, or projector
Pros: I use this in an HTPC. Fan died after a year or so. I initiated an RMA, XFX basically sent me a new unit, sealed in a retail box. Great customer service from XFX
Cons: None.