GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti (Maxwell 2.0) and has 6 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 341 GB/s.
The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti (Maxwell 2.0) and has 6 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 337 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming has the GM200-310-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE is based on the graphics chip GM200-310-A1, which comes from the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming | GPU | MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
GM200-310-A1 | GPU Chip | GM200-310-A1 |
Maxwell 2.0 | Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 |
22 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 22 |
2816 | Shader | 2816 |
96 | Render Output Units | 96 |
176 | Texture Units | 176 |
0 | Raytracing Cores | 0 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming clocks at 1.775 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 7.1 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE is 7.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.753 GHz. |
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6 GB | Memory Size | 6 GB |
GDDR5 | Memory Type | GDDR5 |
1.775 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.753 GHz |
7.1 Gbps | Memory Speed | 7.0 Gbps |
341 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 337 GB/s |
384 bit | Memory Interface | 384 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+ 18 % | Base Clock | 1.026 GHz+ 3 % |
1.279 GHz+ 19 % | Boost Clock | 1.114 GHz+ 4 % |
Avg (Game) Clock | ||
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming is powered by 2 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 250 W. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE has 2 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 250 W. |
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250 W | TDP | 250 W |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
91 °C | Tjunction max | 91 °C |
2 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 2 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE 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 100 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 Ti Gaming. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.2 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
1x HDMI v2.0 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.0 |
3x DP v1.2 | DP Ports | 3x DP v1.2 |
1 | DVI Ports | 1 |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 4096x2160 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE is 4096x2160 pixels. |
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4096x2160 | Max. resolution | 4096x2160 |
12_1 | DirectX | 12_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 / Encode |
No | h265 / HEVC | No |
No | AV1 | No |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
No | VP9 | No |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming is connected to the system via PCIe 3 x 16 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 3 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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269 mm | Length | 269 mm |
140 mm | Height | 140 mm |
40 mm | Width | 40 mm |
2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
-- | Weight | -- |
PCIe 3 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 3 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming has been manufactured with a structure width of 28 nanometers since Q2/2015. The MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE came on the market in Q2/2016 and will have a structure width of 28 nanometers manufactured. |
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Q2/2015 | Release date | Q2/2016 |
849 $ | Launch Price | 649 $ |
28 nm | Structure size | 28 nm |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming
6 GB GDDR5 |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE
6 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming
6 GB GDDR5 |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE
6 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming
6 GB GDDR5 |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE
6 GB GDDR5 |
MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming
6 GB GDDR5 |
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MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming LE
6 GB GDDR5 |