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Why is my XFX Radeon HD 4890 XXX different?

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deadman_uk

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Hi, received my XFX Radeon HD 4890 XXX from scan.co.uk today and had some problem installing it (Molex slots are different than I expected). See http://www.hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1419006 for details.

My card appears to be different from the card I have seen in reviews such as this one: http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.php?/gpu_displays/xfx_hd_4890_xxx_1gb_pcie_graphics_card/2

Below are some pictures:

XFX%20Radeon%20HD%204890%20XXX%20Box.jpg



XFX%20Radeon%20HD%204890%20XXX%20Labels.jpg


XFX%20Radeon%20HD%204890%20XXX%206%20Pin%20vs%208%20Pin.jpg


XFX%20Radeon%20HD%204890%20XXX%20White%20vs%20Red.jpg

XFX%20Radeon%20HD%204890%20XXX%20GPU-Z.jpg

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What is the reason for this? I specifically would like to know why my card requires an 8 pin molex and a 6 pin, when usually they require two 6 pin.
 
Looks like a new revision with a beefed up power rail(s) and probably other tweaks.
The colour of components can change if a colour isnt specified in the components order ATI made.
It doesnt change the function.
 
Nothing wrong with your card. It'll be fine with a $5 6 to 8 pin adapter, assuming your PSU is up to it.
 
More stable power and overclocking.

6-pin PCIe, delivers 75w: three +12v, three GND

8-pin PCIe, delivers 150w: four +12v, four GND
 
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