Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 vs Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  AMD RX Vega 64 AMD RX Vega 64
• GPU Chip
  Vega 10 XT Vega 10 XT
• Execution units
  64 64
• Shader
  4096 4096
• Render Output Units
  64 64
• Texture Units
  256 256

This section provides a comparison of the memory configurations of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  8 GB 8 GB
• Memory Type
  HBM2 HBM2
• Memory Speed
  0.945 GHz 0.945 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  484 GB/s 484 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  2048 bit 2048 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.247 GHz 1.247 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.546 GHz 1.546 GHz
• Avg (Game) Clock
  
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  295 W 295 W
• TDP (up)
  -- --
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  2 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Radial Radial
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Fan 1
  1 x 70 mm 1 x 75 mm
• Noise (Idle)
  -- --
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  -- --

This section compares the connectivity options available on Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  -- --
• HDMI Ports
  1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
• DP Ports
  3x DP v1.4 3x DP v1.4
• DVI Ports
  -- --
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- --

This section compares the technical specifications of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_1 12_1
• Raytracing
  No No
• DLSS / FSR
  No No
• LED
  No LED lighting Non addressable LED

This section compares the support for video codecs on Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• AV1
  No No

This section compares the physical dimensions of Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  282 mm 282 mm
• Height
  125 mm 125 mm
• Width
  40 mm 40 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  -- --

This section provides additional information about Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 and Sapphire Radeon RX Vega 64 LE. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q3/2017 Q3/2017
• Release price
  -- --
• Structure size
  14 nm 14 nm
• Part-no
  21275-02 21275-01
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet