Radeon HD 5850 1GB ATI Video Card XFX Unboxing Linus Tech Tips

The video provides a detailed unboxing and overview of the XFX Radeon HD 5850 1GB graphics card. Linus starts by noting that the 5850 launched alongside the 5870 but was less available, then carefully cuts the seal and reveals the package contents. He walks through the included items such as the installation guides, a drivers disc, a door hanger, two Molex to PCIe six-pin adapters, a Crossfire bridge, and a DVI to VGA adapter, explaining their purposes and usefulness for different setups. The unboxed card is described with its branding, cooling fan, and backplate, and Linus compares it to the larger 5870, highlighting the shorter length, back-plate only PCB, and the two PCIe power connectors. He also compares connector placement and expansion options, noting that both cards support multi-monitor setups but that the 5870 shows a different layout in terms of PCIe power connectors. The overall takeaway is that the 5850 is a smaller, cheaper yet capable member of the same family, suited for users who want DirectX 11 features at a more affordable price, with practical setup tips and a quick primer on driver installation and software resources.

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