Sapphire
Sapphire 11268-01-20G Radeon Pulse RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC (UEFI) PCI-E Graphics Card
Bottom line: The Sapphire 11268-01-20G Radeon Pulse RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC: Sub-65W draw runs off PCIe slot power alone, no extra connectors; main trade-off: single fan is audible under sustained load.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Sub-65W draw runs off PCIe slot power alone, no extra connectors
- ✓ 4GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus at 6000 MHz effective
- ✓ Triple output: HDMI, DVI-D and DisplayPort for 3 monitors
- ✓ UEFI-ready BIOS for fast boot on modern motherboards
- ✓ 1.5-slot single-fan cooler fits tight ATX and SFF builds
Cons
- ✗ Single fan is audible under sustained load
- ✗ 1.5-slot height still blocks the adjacent PCIe slot
- ✗ No dual-DVI, so older VGA setups need an adapter
Manufacturer description
Sapphire Radeon PULSE RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC (UEFI) PCI-E Graphics Card
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sapphire 11268-01-20G Radeon Pulse RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. Sapphire's retro graphics cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro graphics cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- 1 x HDMI; 1 x DVI-D; 1 x DP
- 128-Bit Memory Bus
- Cooling Technology: single fan
- Power consumption < 65 Watts
- Form Factor: 1.5 Slot, ATX
- Memory Clock: 6000 MHz effective
Full Specifications
| Brand | Sapphire |
|---|---|
| Weight | 20g |
| Model Name | Graphics Card 11268-01-20G |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | 1.5 Slot, ATX |
| Memory Clock | 6000 MHz effective |
| Model Number | 11268-01-20G |
| Built-In Media | installation CD, manual |
| Item Type Name | Sapphire Radeon PULSE RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI / DVI-D / DP OC (UEFI) PCI-E Graphics Card |
| Number of Fans | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | 11268-01-20G |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Video Processor | AMD |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Graphics Card Ram | 4 GB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 4 GB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Cooling Technology | single fan |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1500 MHz |
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Sapphire 11268-01-20G Radeon Pulse RX 550 4GB GDDR5 HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC (UEFI) PCI-E Graphics Card is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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