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I'm not reviewing this. - Radeon RX 590

Linus Tech Tips@LinusTechTips3.1M viewsNov 18, 201811:08
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The video opens with a discussion about how new products are sometimes not truly new, noting that major players including AMD, Nvidia and Intel frequently rebrand or relabel existing hardware. The host explains that rebranding can create fresh media attention and drive traffic, especially when launch cycles are slow or when newer software and features would otherwise be buried in early reviews. He uses historical examples, like the GeForce GTX 680 being rebranded as the GTX 770, to illustrate how a mild clock boost and price adjustments accompany these moves. The segment then analyzes the economics and risks of launching derivative products, covering the considerable costs involved in marketing, OEM validation, certification, and production. The core message is that while rebranding can be financially advantageous for media exposure and consumer perception, it can mislead customers about genuine hardware advancement and pricing strategies. The host concludes that transparency in product positioning and pricing is essential to maintain trust within the PC gaming community, even when bundles or marketing campaigns try to sweeten the deal.

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Questions answered

Why does the RX 590 exist as a seemingly incremental upgrade over RX 580?
The RX 590 is positioned as a refined iteration that uses existing silicon with tweaks such as higher clock speeds, alongside a broader marketing and bundling strategy to sustain sales without a full new architecture.
Should consumers view rebranded GPUs as true upgrades?
Not necessarily; rebrands can offer modest performance gains and updated features, but they often come with price premiums and potential confusion about the actual hardware changes.