Which of these is the best R9 290?

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zMartin

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MSI Twin Frozr, Asus Direct CU II, PowerColor PCS+ or Gigabyte WindForce?

The Tri-X doesn't fit in my case (Max GPU length is 290mm) and I don't know how long the MSI Lightning is.

I need a GPU that's quiet while idle and at high loads and performs well in crossfire.

I might also do some mining and I've heard that the PCS+ is not suitable for mining...

BTW I live in the UK.
 
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I think that either the MSI or Gigabyte versions are the best. They both have very high clocks and are very overclockable. I definately think you should go the MSI route, though. Very easy to install and use.
 
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Temperatures
http://www.kitguru.net/components/graphic-cards/zardon/asus-r9-290-direct-cu-ii-oc-review-1600p-ultra-hd-4k/28/

Noise
http://www.kitguru.net/components/graphic-cards/zardon/asus-r9-290-direct-cu-ii-oc-review-1600p-ultra-hd-4k/29/

The Gigabyte has about the same temperatures as the Asus but is much quieter, they OC about the same and the Gigabyte uses slightly less power but the difference is negligible. I can't really find any good MSI reviews but almost everyone says the asus is better than the MSI. I need some more opinions!
 
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