GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC 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 GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti LHR (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC has the GM204-400-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR is based on the graphics chip GA104-202-A1, which comes from the Ampere architecture. |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC | GPU | GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti LHR |
GM204-400-A1 | GPU Chip | GA104-202-A1 |
Maxwell 2.0 | Architecture | Ampere |
16 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 38 |
2048 | Shader | 4864 |
64 | Render Output Units | 80 |
128 | Texture Units | 152 |
0 | Raytracing Cores | 38 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC clocks at 1.753 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 7.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR is 14.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.750 GHz. |
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4 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
GDDR5 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
1.753 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.750 GHz |
7.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 14.0 Gbps |
224 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s |
256 bit | Memory Interface | 256 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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1.178 GHz | Base Clock | 1.410 GHz |
1.279 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.680 GHz |
Avg (Game) Clock | ||
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC is powered by 2 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 165 W. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR has 1 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 200 W (Reference). |
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165 W | TDP | 200 W (Reference) |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
98 °C | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
2 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 1 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR has 2 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
2 x 100 mm | Fan 1 | 2 x 90 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
-- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.2 | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
1x HDMI v2.0 | HDMI Ports | 2x HDMI v2.1 |
3x DP v1.2 | DP Ports | 2x DP v1.4a |
1 | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 4096x2160 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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4096x2160 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
12_1 | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
No | Raytracing | Yes |
No | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
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 / Encode |
No | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
No | AV1 | Decode |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
No | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC is connected to the system via PCIe 3 x 16 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 4.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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277 mm | Length | 198 mm |
135 mm | Height | 121 mm |
37 mm | Width | 39 mm |
2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
826 g | Weight | -- |
PCIe 3 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC has been manufactured with a structure width of 28 nanometers since Q3/2015. The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR came on the market in Q1/2023 and will have a structure width of 8 nanometers manufactured. |
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V317-034R | Part-no | GV-N306TWF2OC-8GD |
Q3/2015 | Release date | Q1/2023 |
479 $ | Launch Price | 499 $ |
28 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC
4 GB GDDR5 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC
4 GB GDDR5 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC
4 GB GDDR5 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GD5T OC
4 GB GDDR5 |
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GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti WINDFORCE OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR
8 GB GDDR6 |