** GIBBO DOES AMD PRICE DROP IN STYLE, WHAT COMPETITORS!!!! **

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Hi there

Told you guys I was working on something special, I started the 290X reference ball rolling at £269.99 which ONLY one competitor was able to follow.

Now I set the new target for the competition, so OcUK once again is forcing prices lower in the market, we initiated this, we are the ones who started it, always remember that.

As such arriving tomorrow, the UK's lowest price 290X by a good £20-£30 and its an overclocked card too:-



Powercolor Radeon R9 290X 4096MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card @ £239.99 inc VAT

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AMD Radeon R9 290X is a new graphics card powered by the latest AMD Radeon™ R9 290X graphics-processing unit (GPU). 4GB of super-fast GDDR5 memory for the best gaming experience at the highest resolutions including 4k and incorporates AMD Eyefinity and TrueAudio technologies to enable expansive multi-display setups and more accurate environmental sounds. R9 290X also includes support for both DirectX® 11.2 and AMD's new Mantle application programming interface (API) for great handling of even the most-demanding PC games.


Specification:-
- Radeon R9 290X
- GPU: Hawaii XT
- Litecoin Hash Rate: 850-1000
- Stream Processors: 2816
- ROPS: 64
- Core Speed: 1030MHz
- Memory Speed: 5000Mhz
- Memory interface: 512-Bit
- Memory capacity: 4096MB GDDR5
- Cooling: 2-Slot Blower Fan
- Fan Speed: 20% - 40% (Quiet Mode) & 20%-55% (Uber Mode)
- PCI-Express X16 lane required
- 750W or greater PSU required
- Power Connectors: 8-pin + 6-pin required
- Display Outputs: 2x Dual Link DVI, 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
- Warranty: 2yr


Was [£399.95] Inc. VAT

Only £239.99 inc VAT.

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Just like our £269.99 290X deal we did a few weeks back, this is very limited stock as this price is simply to clear out these reference cards. This price is absolutely amazing, perfect for Crossfire usage or upgrades and of course perfect for waterblocking up. ;)
 
plenty of these available for it too!

Aqua Computer Kryographics for R9 290/290X - Black Edition @ £81.95 inc VAT

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Combined GPU/RAM/VRM-cooler for graphics cards of the type Radeon R9 290X and 290 with 4GB RAM according to reference design.
This cooler combines the features of a graphics chip cooler and RAM-coolers in an elegant and very flat watercooler. Additionally the voltage regulators are also cooled effectively.

The kryographics for R9 290X and 290 water block offers outstanding cooling performance and a low flow resistance. All mounting threads are equipped with spacers for easy installation and to prevent twisting the graphics card. The areas contacting the GPU and RAM modules are polished for excellent heat transfer. For the voltage regulators, a thermal pad with high thermal conductivity is included.
The kryoconnect water block series features a delrin connection terminal that has a significantly reduced flow resistance compared to the previous aquagraFX series. The terminal is fastened to the water block by three screws and has G1/4 inlet and outlet ports on each side for flexible installation. Two sealing screws are supplied to seal the unused connection threads. The terminal can be replaced with kryoconnect kits for SLI configurations (art. no. 23551, 23552 or 23553, not included in delivery).

Materials:
Base part: Copper
Top cover: Acrylic glass with stainless steel frame
Terminal: Delrin

Scope of delivery:
cooler without connectors (screw threads G 1/4)
mounting material incl. thermally conductive pad
two sealing plugs for unused connection threads

Please note:
Graphic card and fittings are not included in delivery, please order separately. Threads are G 1/4. Thermally conductive paste is required for installation.

Only £81.95 inc VAT.

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EK Water Blocks EK-FC R9-290X - Nickel (Original CSQ) @ £69.95 inc VAT

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EK-FC R9-290X is a high performance full-cover water block for AMD reference design Radeon R9 290X and -290 graphics card. Please check our Cooling Configurator online compatibility system for detailed compatibility list!

This water block directly cools the GPU, RAM as well as VRM (voltage regulation module) as water flows directly over these critical areas thus allowing the graphics card and it's VRM to remain stable under high overclocks. EK-FC R9-290X water block also features a very high flow design therefore it can be easily used in liquid cooling systems using weaker water pumps. The cooling engine now uses refined, 0.6mm wide microchannel structure to even further improve the heat transfer.

Base is made of nickel plated electrolytic copper while the top is made of quality acrylic glass material. The sealing is performed by quality rubber washers. Screw-in brass standoffs are pre-installed and allow for safe, painless installation procedure. Block is mounted with enclosed M3x4 DIN7985 screws.

EKWB recommends the purchase of aesthetic retention backplate (EK-FC R9-290X Backplate - Black) which improves the looks of your graphics cards and also provide some passive cooling to the VRM section.

Flow orientation doesn't matter and is thus not prescribed.

Up to four EK-FC R9-290X series water blocks can be interconnected with EK-FC Bridge & Link CSQ system. The EK-FC Link is already enclosed.

Enclosed:
- EK-FC R9-290X series water block
- EK-FC Link
- mounting mechanism with screw-in brass standoffs
- thermal pads
- thermal grease EK-TIM Ectotherm (1g)

Made in Slovenia - Europe!

Only £69.95 inc VAT.

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Koolance VID-AR290X Radeon VGA Cooler R9 290/290X @ £94.99 inc VAT

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The Koolance VID-AR290X is a full coverage video block for water cooling AMD Radeon R9 290 and 290X cards in single and multi video card configurations. It utilizes a high-performance microfin (0.5mm) design made of solid copper with anti-corrosive nickel plating.

Fitting threading is standard G 1/4 BSPP. For multiple card configurations, video connectors are also available.

NOTE: This product is based on the original reference board layout. It will not fit video cards which have been changed from the original AMD or NVIDIA reference spec.

Specification:-
- Material: Nickel Copper (base plate), acetal (cover)
- Weight: about 910 g
- Thread: 4x G1 / 4 inch

Compatibility:-
- AMD Radeon R9 290 (reference design)
- AMD Radeon R9 290X (reference design)

Attention: Please note that some coolers are supplied with a protective film on the bottom. These must be removed before installation and start-up in any case. We accept no liability for damage resulting from incorrect or improper installation and improper use!


Only £94.99 inc VAT.

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Watercool Heatkiller GPU-X³ R9 290X Ni-Bl @ £92.99 inc VAT

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The products of our HEATKILLER® GPU-X³ series comprise more than ten years of experience in manufacturing of award-winning, high-quality, high-performance water coolers. They are produced with state-of-the-art, CNC controlled machines in our headquarters in Germany.

The most prominent features of the HEATKILLER® GPU-X³ series include superior cooling performance, excellent workmanship, slim profile, and an eye-catching design.

The technical details are just as impressive. Beside the GPU, RAM and voltage are, of course, actively cooled. An extremely fine microstructure situated right above the GPU ensures a fast transfer of heat into the coolant. Combined with a reduced residual base thickness, optimal cooling performance is achieved.

All channels are constructed as wide as possible to keep flow resistance to a minimum. This includes the connection block, which features four G1/4” threads for various connection options.

The material selection is just as free of compromise. The water bearing parts are made from ultra-pure electrolytic copper, the cover is made from stainless steel, and the connection block from industrial grade plastic (POM). Uncovered copper surfaces on the cooler’s top are covered with a clear varnish to prevent staining (oxidation).

Mounting the cooler is easy as well, partly due to isolating stand-offs in all relevant areas. Pre-cut thermal pads for RAM and voltage regulators are included, just as are an Allen-key and two sealing plugs for unused threads.

Fans of multi-GPU-setups (CF/SLI) may use optional dual- and multi-interconnects to connect several graphic card coolers with each other. Those replace the pre-installed connection blocks.

This cooler is designed for cards using the reference-PCB from the GPU-vendor (AMD/NVIDIA). It might not fit on custom-designs from graphic card manufacturers. You can find more information on PCB-layouts on our HEATKILLER® GPU-X³ compatibility-list (all information on this list is supplied without liability).

Specifications:
Material: Electrolytic copper (nickel plated), stainless steel, steel (black chromated) , POM (black)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 193.0 x 118.0 x 15.0 mm
Weight: approx. 1000g
Sealing: NBR 70 (max. 120 °C)
Threads: 4x G ¼” (DIN ISO 228-1)
Pressure tested: 5 bar
Compatible to: AMD Radeon R9 290X (reference PCB), AMD Radeon R9 290 (reference PCB)

Only £92.99 inc VAT.

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XSPC Razor R9 290X / 290 VGA Waterblock @ £89.99 inc VAT

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Full cover R9 290X / 290 Water-Block with multiport connector.

We are proud to introduce our new design for Razor GPU blocks. We have continued with the styling from our RayStorm series so you can now have a full set of matching XSPC blocks. We have also significantly improved cooling performance by reducing the fin width from 1mm to 0.5mm, this dramatically increases the surface area.

Although we have used an acrylic top for aesthetics we have a thin stainless steel plate between the copper base and the acrylic. This allows us to use LED lighting, while keeping the strength and reliability of an all metal waterblock.

The new multiport connector gives you many choices for neatly routing your tubing. We have two G1/4? ports on the front and back of the block, two on the top, plus a side port, giving 7 ports in total. The multiport connector is compatible with our new SLI flow bridge.

CNC machined copper base
0.5mm fins for high performance
Stainless steel top
Acrylic layer with 3mm LED holes
Brushed aluminium faceplate

Dimensions: 264 x 125 x 25mm
Prepared for Crossfire with 7 G1/4? ports
Supports AMD R9 290X and 290 cards
(AMD reference designs only)

Supplied with twin LED, mounting kit, G1/4" plugs, thermal pads and thermal paste

Only £89.99 inc VAT.

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Hi there

Another 290X for you at crazy price! :D


Sapphire Radeon R9 290X 4096MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card (21226-00-53G) @ £249.95 inc VAT

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AMD Radeon R9 290X is a new graphics card powered by the latest AMD Radeon™ R9 290X graphics-processing unit (GPU). 4GB of super-fast GDDR5 memory for the best gaming experience at the highest resolutions including 4k and incorporates AMD Eyefinity and TrueAudio technologies to enable expansive multi-display setups and more accurate environmental sounds. R9 290X also includes support for both DirectX® 11.2 and AMD's new Mantle application programming interface (API) for great handling of even the most-demanding PC games.


Specification:
- Radeon R9 290X
- GPU: Hawaii XT
- Litecoin Hash Rate: 850-1000
- Stream Processors: 2816
- ROPS: 64
- Core Speed: 1000MHz
- Memory Speed: 5000Mhz
- Memory interface: 512-Bit
- Memory capacity: 4096MB GDDR5
- Cooling: 2-Slot Blower Fan
- Fan Speed: 20% - 40% (Quiet Mode) & 20%-55% (Uber Mode)
- PCI-Express X16 lane required
- 750W or greater PSU required
- Power Connectors: 8-pin + 6-pin required
- Display Outputs: 2x Dual Link DVI, 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
- **EXPIRED** Comes with BF4 Voucher included in the box - EXPIRED!!
- Warranty: 2yr


Was [£449.99] Inc. VAT

Only £249.95 inc VAT.

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has a graphics card lost so much value in a short space of time as the 290 series?

its not just the 290. 7th yr fall in pc components. many people have a pc powerful enough to last now. thats why sales need to be aggressive to get those new sales now.

games arnt pushing much forward. also new consoles are only really just starting to flourish so you got them in control of whats out gameswise . so even a decent mid range card now will last you years.

atleast it means people like us get great deals now as competitors compete.:cool:
 
Hmm cracking reduction but -

970 SLI - £520

290X Crossfire - £480



Would still go with the 970's as they overclock like crazy with their standard cooler and are considerably cooler and support Gsync monitors.

290X's while they might be slightly faster they don't overclock at all on the reference blower. Many press reviews showed these cards as actually throttling under their stated clocks due to heat issues!

So the 290X need's to come down another £40 or so or probably better we need some custom cooled cards at these prices Gibbo or perhaps £10-20 more at most.

At 4K in a mantle game - really the 970SLI is coming super close to 295X2 which is just better cooled 290X's anyway - http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NVIDIA/GeForce_GTX_970_SLI/6.html

Yeah I'd go for the 970's any day of the week. I really wish AMD was more competitive right now. Roll on the 300 series and freesync!
 
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Fantastic prices Gibbo, those cards should fly of the shelves, and makes great sense if you wish to go Xfire :)
 
How can you tease me like this when the wife is spending every penny we own "upgrading" the house.
 
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