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Black dual-slot graphics card with a single blower fan and silver rear exhaust bracket

XFX

XFX Radeon RX 480 4GB Blower Graphics Card

SKU CH-FD5X-31KY1

Blower-cooled Radeon RX 480 with 4 GB GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus, 2304 stream processors at 1266 MHz, PCIe 3.0, HDMI 2.0b, three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs and CrossFireX support for VR-ready 4K gaming

  • Graphics processorRadeon RX 480
  • Memory capacity4 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0
  • Shader units2304
  • Highest resolution4096 × 2160
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • VR-ready graphics for immersive experiences
  • 2304 stream processors deliver strong compute performance
  • 4 GB GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus provides high memory bandwidth
  • Blower cooler exhausts heat directly out of the case
  • Three DisplayPort 1.4 and one HDMI 2.0b drive multiple 4K displays

What the card is and who it fits

The XFX Radeon RX 480 4GB blower card plugs into a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and targets 1080p or 1440p gaming on a 500 W power supply. Its 256-bit GDDR5 frame buffer and DirectX 12 support make it suitable for VR-ready titles and multi-monitor setups up to 4096 x 2160 resolution.

Sustained-load behaviour

The blower cooler exhausts heat directly out the rear bracket, keeping internal case temperatures lower than open-air designs during long sessions. Core clocks hold at 1266 MHz while the 8000 MHz effective memory speed feeds the 2304 stream processors steadily, and CrossFireX remains an option for a second card.

Installation and common pitfalls

A single 6-pin or 8-pin power connector is required; the supplier recommends a 550 W unit for headroom. Ensure the rear I/O bracket has two free slots for the blower exhaust. Driver installs occasionally default to HDMI audio, so switch the output device if sound disappears after first boot.

How it compares

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

Price $317.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 4 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Shader units 2304
Lower than about 65% of the 637 comparable items (median 2,560).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameXFX
Model nameRX-480M4BFA6
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Display
Highest resolution4096 × 2160
Graphics
Graphics processorRadeon RX 480
Memory capacity4 GB
Shader units2304
Core frequency1266 MHz
Chipset makerAMD
Graphics seriesAMD Radeon RX 400 Series
Effective memory speed8000 MHz
Memory bus width256-Bit
DirectX support12
CrossFireX compatibilityYes
VR readyYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Power
Power input connector6-Pin
Size & build
Card size10 in × 5 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
More details
Cooling solutionBlower fan

Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the blower cooler get when the Radeon RX 480 runs all day at its 1266 MHz core clock?

The blower fan exhausts heat out the rear bracket, keeping internal case temperatures lower than open coolers, though fan noise rises under sustained load at the 1266 MHz core clock.

Which power connectors and minimum PSU wattage does the RX-480M4BFA6 need to operate?

A 500 W power supply is the minimum requirement, and XFX recommends a 550 W unit; the card draws auxiliary power through a standard PCIe power connector on the board.

Will the HDMI 2.0b and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs drive my older 1080p monitors alongside a new 4K display?

Yes, the HDMI 2.0b and three DisplayPort 1.4 ports support a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 and will downscale to 1080p or 1440p for legacy screens.

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