MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X
March 2017Type
Graphics CardPrice
$749.99 USMSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X Overview
The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X features a fully custom card design. There are two things to note here, the Twin Frozr VI cooling and a beefy PCB design with Military Class components. The card is cooled by a thick aluminium fin block which comes with multiple 8mm copper heat pipes. The heapipes are directly connected with a wide area GPU baseplate that makes use of a premium thermal compound for efficient heat dissipation.
The cooling is provided by dual Torx 2.0 fans that come with dispersion fan blades and double ball bearings. These extend the cooling airflow and deliver low noise output even under intense loads. Furthermore, MSI's ZeroFrozr technology is onboard which means that the fans won't spin unless temperatures hit beyond 60C (Degrees). MSI also features an anti-bending plate to support the PCB alongside a PCB backplate. The top shroud has LED functionality allowing you to change the colors of MSI logo on the side of the card.
In terms of clock speed, we are looking at three modes which are listed below:
- 1683 MHz / 1569 MHz / 11124 MHz (OC Mode)
- 1657 MHz / 1544 MHz / 11016 MHz (Gaming Mode)
- 1582 MHz / 1480 MHz / 11016 MHz (Silent Mode)
The higher clock speeds are a great addition but users can also manually overclock their cards since this packs a enthusiast class PCB design. The card comes with larger PCB for extra cooling and packs a 8+2 phase PCB that includes Hi-C CAPs, Super Ferrite Chokes and Japanese Solid Caps. The card is powered by dual 8-Pin connectors and would be a great product for high-end builders.
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For $749.99 US, the MSI GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X will offer you ample amount of gaming performance whether you are moving from a GTX 980 Ti or a GTX 1080. It's a beautiful card for the most high-end gamers and enthusiasts out there looking to upgrade their PCs.
- Massive Performance Improvement in Gaming Titles.
- Performance very good at the given price point.
- Upgrade From GTX 980 Ti and GTX 1070 will see huge performance leap.
- First card to achieve playable FPS at 4K resolution.
- Great overclocking potential, full tuning options with MSI Afterburner app.
- Memory modules on the Gaming X can hit more than 500 GB/s bandwidth.
- Factory Overclocked Out of Box. Ships with 3 profiles (Silent/Gaming/OC).
- MSI Twin Frozr VI cooler offers great cooling and low noise output.
- ZeroFrozr Technology Included on Torx 2.0 fans.
- MSI LED Lights configurable with Gaming App.
- Lot's of display connectivity, great for VR and multi-display PCs.
Pros
- Huge price, not for mainstream gamers. ($750 US)
- Overclocking gains not noticeable in some games.
- Bulky design, requires lot's of room for installation.
Cons
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