GPU comparison with benchmarksThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 (Maxwell 2.0) and has 4 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 224 GB/s.
The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (Kepler 2.0) and has 2 GB DDR3 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 14 GB/s. |
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GPUThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 has the GM204-400-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 is based on the graphics chip GK208-203-B1, which comes from the Kepler 2.0 architecture. |
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| GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 | GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 |
| GM204-400-A1 | GPU Chip | GK208-203-B1 |
| Maxwell 2.0 | Architecture | Kepler 2.0 |
| 16 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 1 |
| 2048 | Shader | 192 |
| 64 | Render Output Units | 8 |
| 128 | Texture Units | 16 |
| 0 | Raytracing Cores | 0 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 clocks at 1.753 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 7.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 is 1.8 Gbps and the clock speed is 0.900 GHz. |
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| 4 GB | Memory Size | 2 GB |
| GDDR5 | Memory Type | DDR3 |
| 1.753 GHz | Memory Clock | 0.900 GHz |
| 7.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 1.8 Gbps |
| 224 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 14 GB/s |
| 256 bit | Memory Interface | 64 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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| 1.266 GHz | Base Clock | 0.954 GHz |
| 1.367 GHz | Boost Clock | |
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| Yes | Overclocking | No |
Thermal DesignThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 is powered by 2 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 165 W. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 has PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 19 W. |
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| 165 W | TDP | 19 W |
| -- | TDP (up) | -- |
| 98 °C | Tjunction max | Unknown |
| 2 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | |
Cooler & FansThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 is equipped with a total of 3 Axial main fans. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 has 0 -- main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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| Axial | Fan-Type | -- |
| 1 x 90 mm | Fan 1 | -- |
| 2 x 80 mm | Fan 2 | -- |
| Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
| 0 dB | Noise (Idle) | dB |
| -- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 supports the operation of a maximum of 3 monitors. |
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| 4 | Max. Displays | 3 |
| 2.2 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
| 1x HDMI v2.0 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v1.4a |
| 3x DP v1.2 | DP Ports | -- |
| 1 | DVI Ports | 1 |
| -- | VGA Ports | 1 |
| -- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 4096x2160 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 is 3840x2160 pixels. |
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| 4096x2160 | Max. resolution | 3840x2160 |
| 12_1 | DirectX | 12 (11_1) |
| No | Raytracing | No |
| No | DLSS / FSR | No |
| No LED lighting | LED | No LED lighting |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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| Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode |
| No | h265 / HEVC | No |
| No | AV1 | No |
| Decode | VP8 | No |
| No | VP9 | No |
DimensionsThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 is connected to the system via PCIe 3 x 16 lanes and requires 3 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 needs the space of 1 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 2.0 x 8 Lanes interface. |
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| 308 mm | Length | -- |
| 129 mm | Height | -- |
| 49 mm | Width | -- |
| 3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 1 PCIe-Slots |
| -- | Weight | -- |
| PCIe 3 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 2.0 x 8 |
| No | SFF-Ready | No |
Additional dataThe GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2 has been manufactured with a structure width of 28 nanometers since Q1/2015. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 came on the market in Q1/2014 and will have a structure width of 28 nanometers manufactured. |
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| 98NQH6DND2UZ | Part-no | -- |
| Q1/2015 | Release date | Q1/2014 |
| 649 $ | Launch Price | 35 $ (Reference) |
| 28 nm | Structure size | 28 nm |
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GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2
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GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2
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GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2
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GALAX GeForce GTX 980 HOF V2
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