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MSI GTX 970 and GTX 980 Released
MSI is pleased to announce its next generation of GAMING graphics cards powered by NVIDIA's new GTX 970 and GTX 980 GPUs. be sure to check out our 970 reviews, already online here at Guru3D.com
The new GTX 970 GAMING 4G and GTX 980 GAMING 4G build on the enormous legacy of MSI's #1 position in Gaming graphics cards. Kept cool by the all-new Twin Frozr V with Hybrid Frozr technology, the new MSI GTX 970 and GTX 980 GAMING cards provide new standards for low-noise and low-temperature Gaming graphics. Besides the GAMING series, MSI also provides Classic models to just meet the requirements of great performance.
Twin Frozr V Thermal Design
The new MSI twin Frozr V Thermal Design is the pinacle of Graphics Card air cooling. With a smaller than 2-slot design the new Twin Frozr V is able to surpass previous generation's by a large margin. The new 10cm Torx fans ensure huge amounts of silent airflow and visually match the bold new look of the Twin Frozr V. The heatsink itself is re-organized through the SuperSU design which increases heat-pipe efficiency, especially when combined with Airflow Control Technology. Hybrid Frozr is a throwback to 2008 when MSI was the first to market high-end, zero noise graphics cards thanks to fans that stop spinnin in low-temperature situations. Additionally, you will find Independent Fan Control on certain models which allows fans to spin independently of one-another based on component temperature below the fans.
With the GTX 970 GAMING 4G and GTX 980 GAMING 4G the next-generation of MSI GAMING Graphics Cards MSI is levelling-up the PC Gaming experience. The MSI Gaming App allows gamers to quickly switch between OC, Gaming and Silent modes depending on thier needs. New, is the EyeRest tab, which gives quick access to specific monitor color profiles for Games, movies and a special EyeRest mode which reduces blue light. Reduction in blue light emission helps tune your body to the night-time so it's easier to rest after long gaming sessions.
For a limited period, all MSI GTX 970 GAMING 4G GTX 980 GAMING 4G will come with an exclusive MSI GAMING mouse pad bundled for free inside the box. The MSI GAMING mouse pad has a thick rubber base for extra comfort and no unexpected slipping and the cover materials is a fine micro-textured surface for smooth mouse travel and excellent mouse sensor response
| Name | GTX 970 GAMING 4G | GTX 980 GAMING 4G |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | GM204-200 (Maxwell) | GM204-400 (Maxwell) |
| Core Clock (Base/Boost) MHz) | 1140 / 1279 | 1190 / 1291 |
| Memory Speed | 7010 MHz | |
| Memory size / type | 4096 MB / GDDR5 | |
| Cooling | Twin Frozr V | |
| Connectivity | DL-DVI-I/DL-DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort | DL-DVI-I/HDMI/3xDisplayPort |
| Dimensions | 269x141x35 mm | 279x140x36mm |
More MSI GTX 780 Ti Lightning photo's OC and tests - 01/23/2014 09:24 AM
Again more leaks on the MSI GTX 780 Ti Lightning as photo's, and OC and tests have been puiblished by Le Comptoir du Hardware, a French website. The card has been photographed and tested quite ext...
MSI GTX 780 Lightning Lite Edition Card Photo's and Specs - 12/09/2013 10:59 AM
MSI is showing photo's pf an upcoming card called the MSI GTX 780 Lightning Lite Edition. The LE model comes with 889/941 MHz Base/Boost GPU clocks compared to the regular GTX 780 Lightning at 98...
MSI GTX 660 Gaming Video Card - 09/19/2013 07:02 AM
MSI has released a MSI GTX 660 Gaming edition graphics card. A little weird with the 760 series full in place. However, it is a nicely beefed up card really. As you can imagine this is a refresh pro...
MSI GTX 680 Lightning and Voltage Tweaking - 07/25/2012 01:39 AM
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MSI GTX 460 HAWK released soon - 09/01/2010 10:04 AM
The GeForce GTX 460 comes in many forms, shapes and sizes, but pretty much all of the cards out there are based on the NVIDIA reference design. MSI, will release their HAWK edition GeForce GTX 460 gra...
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#4916415 Posted on: 09/19/2014 09:06 AM
I like how clean and sleek the layout of the card seems to look on the second picture. I hope that helps with water cooling options for this card, since it's a custom pcb layout, right?
I like how clean and sleek the layout of the card seems to look on the second picture. I hope that helps with water cooling options for this card, since it's a custom pcb layout, right?
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#4917841 Posted on: 09/20/2014 04:39 PM
Where da Lightnings at?
Where da Lightnings at?
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#4917842 Posted on: 09/20/2014 04:43 PM
No HDMI 2.0? Whats the deal with that?
No HDMI 2.0? Whats the deal with that?
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#4917858 Posted on: 09/20/2014 05:10 PM
those msi gaming cards dont look good at all imo :S
i prefer the inno3d and zotac extreme versions tho
those msi gaming cards dont look good at all imo :S
i prefer the inno3d and zotac extreme versions tho
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#4917867 Posted on: 09/20/2014 05:33 PM
I just pre-ordered a pair of the OC 970. Didn't need the extra mouse pad
These MSI cards look awesome!
They look sweet. Mine boosts to 1342mhz out the box, overclocked to 1450 24/7, benched at up to 1525. You'll love them.
I just pre-ordered a pair of the OC 970. Didn't need the extra mouse pad
These MSI cards look awesome!
They look sweet. Mine boosts to 1342mhz out the box, overclocked to 1450 24/7, benched at up to 1525. You'll love them.
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#4917877 Posted on: 09/20/2014 05:57 PM
Did you get MSI Eclap? I hope ocuk will get them in stock soon, will order one when im back from my holiday!
Did you get MSI Eclap? I hope ocuk will get them in stock soon, will order one when im back from my holiday!
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#4919651 Posted on: 09/22/2014 10:10 PM
I'm not a huge fan of the red, but I know it's MSI's new thing now. I liked how the TF 600 series looked myself. Although using a Hadron I'm very much a fan of my gtx770 with titan cooler aesthetically and functionality. Really hoping someone releases a 970 with titan cooler.
I'm not a huge fan of the red, but I know it's MSI's new thing now. I liked how the TF 600 series looked myself. Although using a Hadron I'm very much a fan of my gtx770 with titan cooler aesthetically and functionality. Really hoping someone releases a 970 with titan cooler.
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#4919980 Posted on: 09/23/2014 09:59 AM
There is a news item on TPU about MSI holding off on a Lightning Edition in anticipation of a bigger chip.
I guess they know something we don't ^^
There is a news item on TPU about MSI holding off on a Lightning Edition in anticipation of a bigger chip.
I guess they know something we don't ^^
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#4919993 Posted on: 09/23/2014 10:33 AM
These look great and clean. Just compare MSI design to this: http://www.guru3d.com/news_story/inno3d_ichill_geforce_gtx_980_and_gtx_970.html - no air-obstructing gimmicks added just for looks.
These look great and clean. Just compare MSI design to this: http://www.guru3d.com/news_story/inno3d_ichill_geforce_gtx_980_and_gtx_970.html - no air-obstructing gimmicks added just for looks.
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I just pre-ordered a pair of the OC 970. Didn't need the extra mouse pad
These MSI cards look awesome!