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Dual-slot graphics card with silver shroud, black PCB and single fan

Sapphire Tech

Sapphire Tech Radeon R7 250X Dual Slot graphics card

SKU CH-5DTZ-87XNR

Entry-level desktop GPU with 1 GB GDDR5 memory, 950 MHz core clock, PCI Express 3.0 interface, HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI outputs, dual-slot design

  • Graphics processorR7 250X
  • Memory capacity1 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0
  • Type of memorySDRAM
  • Core frequency950 MHz
  • Form factorPlug-in Card
  • 950 MHz core clock drives responsive 1080p gaming
  • 1 GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus handles texture-heavy scenes
  • PCI Express 3.0 interface matches modern motherboard bandwidth
  • HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI support three simultaneous displays
  • GCN architecture on 28 nm process balances performance with efficiency

Sapphire R7 250X 1 GB budget graphics card

The Sapphire R7 250X is a dual-slot graphics card built on AMD's 28 nm GCN architecture for budget-conscious enthusiasts and mainstream users. It delivers a 950 MHz core clock and 1 GB of GDDR5 memory across a 128-bit bus. The card supports up to three simultaneous displays via HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI outputs. A PCI Express 3.0 interface connects it to the host system.

Compatibility checklist before purchase

Verify that your motherboard has a free PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and that your case can accommodate a dual-slot form factor. Ensure the power supply provides sufficient wattage and any required auxiliary connectors for the card. Confirm your monitor cables match the available HDMI, DisplayPort or DVI ports for your desired resolution up to 4096 x 2160. CrossFireX support requires a compatible second card and motherboard.

Thermals noise and power draw in normal use

The 28 nm GPU architecture keeps heat output moderate during typical desktop and light gaming workloads. The dual-slot cooler exhausts warm air toward the rear of the chassis, helping maintain case airflow. Fan noise remains low at idle and rises only under sustained load. Power consumption stays within the limits of the PCI Express 3.0 specification and the card's rated thermal design.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $190.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 1 GB
Lower than about 98% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 950 MHz
Lower than about 93% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAPPHIRE
Product lineR7 200
Memory
Type of memorySDRAM
Graphics
Graphics processorR7 250X
Memory capacity1 GB
Core frequency950 MHz
Chipset makerAMD
OpenGL supportOpenGL
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0
HDMI portsYes
DisplayPort connectorsYes
DVI portsYes
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Size & build
Form factorPlug-in Card

Questions about this item

Does the card include any cables or adapters for the HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI outputs, or must they be purchased separately?

The card provides one HDMI, one DisplayPort and one dual-link DVI output; cables or adapters for those ports are not included and must be bought separately.

Is the 1 GB GDDR5 version the only capacity offered for this R7 250X model?

The specifications list a single 1 GB GDDR5 configuration with a 128-bit bus; no other memory capacities are mentioned for this card.

What does the 950 MHz core clock mean for actual gaming performance at 1080p?

The 950 MHz GPU clock drives the GCN architecture on a 28 nm process, delivering playable frame rates in mainstream titles at 1080p while supporting up to 4096 x 2160 maximum resolution.

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