ASUS Radeon R9 285
Best reliable performance for budget conscious PC builders.
Elevate your gaming and creative projects with the Radeon R9 285, a high-performance graphics solution that delivers smooth visuals and responsive gameplay across a wide range of titles. Its powerful architecture supports the latest DirectX 12 and OpenGL APIs, ensuring compatibility with modern software and immersive HDR experiences. The card’s versatile output lets you connect multiple monitors for expansive workspaces or panoramic gaming, while its robust cooling system maintains reliable performance and crystal-clear picture quality. Whether you’re chasing the next level of gaming immersion or demanding professional rendering, this graphics card offers exceptional value without compromising on power.
$438.29
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Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
1662
/ 2082
#1662 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
-68%
Below average
GPU Chipset
9285
/ R
Who it's for
- Gamers on a budget building a retro PC
- Users seeking a balance of performance and power consumption from older hardware
- Builders needing basic compatibility with modern gaming APIs
Who should skip it
- Gamers expecting high frame rates in current AAA titles
- Users playing graphically intensive games or using high-resolution monitors
- Consumers prioritizing long-term driver support and optimization
Key Specs
GPU Chipset
R9 285
Memory Size
2GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
Memory Interface
256-Bit
Interface
PCI Express 3.0
Output Ports
DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort
Cooling Type
DirectCU II
DirectX Version
12
Features
- High-performance graphics for gaming and creative projects
- Smooth visuals and responsive gameplay
- Supports latest DirectX 12 and OpenGL APIs
- Immersive HDR experiences
- Connect multiple monitors for expansive workspaces
- Robust cooling system for reliable performance
- Crystal-clear picture quality
- Exceptional value without compromising on power
What customers say
Customers largely viewed the ASUS Radeon R9 285 as a strong contender for its price, consistently praising its performance and value. Many users found it delivered a dependable gaming experience, handling popular titles effectively for a mid range card. Its reliability was a recurring positive, making it a solid choice for those seeking a cost effective upgrade. While some observations mentioned its operating temperature, the overall consensus pointed to a highly satisfactory product that met expectations for consistent output and offered good bang for the buck.
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