Nvidia’s GeForce GTX 780 utilises the same next generation
GK110 GPU architecture found on the range-topping GTX Titan. Does this equate
to a titanic performance gain?
The goal of the Kepler GK110 architecture is to deliver
better processing performance and provide a more efficient graphics card that
consumes less power and generates less heat. A performance boost for the
successor to the GTX 680 is pretty much guaranteed by the fact that the GTX 780
boasts 50% more memory and 50% more CUDA cores than its predecessor. It sports
2304 CUDA cores compared to the 1536 on offer on the GTX 680, and 3 GB of GDDR5
RAM.
ASUS Nvidia
GeForce GTX 780
Connectivity and power needs
In terms of connectivity, you get a DVI-I plus DVI-D
connector; HDMI out that users with full HD monitors will appreciate; and a
standard Displayport. Unfortunately the leap in performance comes with a need
for more power, as the GTX 780 sucks up to 300 W via a 6-pin and an 8-pin power
connector, up from the 195 W required by the GeForce GTX 680 from two 6-pin
connectors.
In addition, a
score of 4,259 was obtained via Futuremark’s 3DMark 2011 DX11 benchmark test,
easily beating the 3,151 benchmark set by the GTX 680 last year.
Luckily all this translates into buttery smooth gaming
performance, whether you’re playing less demanding titles such as Need for
Speed: Most Wanted or graphically taxing ones the likes of Crysis 3. We tested
the GPU on a PC powered by Intel’s Core i7-4770K CPU clocked at 3.5 GHz and
that boasts 8 GB RAM. During benchmarking the GeForce GTX 780 delivered a
sublime score of 3,277 within Heaven Benchmark 2.0 compared to its
predecessor’s tally of 2169. In addition, a score of 4,259 was obtained via
Futuremark’s 3DMark 2011 DX11 benchmark test, easily beating the 3,151
benchmark set by the GTX 680 last year.
To the point
The GTX 780 boasts
50% more memory and 50% more CUDA cores than its predecessor.
The performance of the Asus GeForce GTX 780 sees it punching
in a higher GPU weight class than its GTX 680 predecessor. However the added
performance bite does come with a bitter aftertaste – its R10 500 asking price.
It’s a great deal more than the R6 220 that you fork out for last year’s GTX
680.
Specifications
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Graphics
Engine
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780
Bus
Standard
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PCI Express 3.0
Video
Memory
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GDDR5 3GB
Engine
Clock
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GPU Boost Clock : 902 MHz
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GPU Base Clock : 863 MHz
CUDA
Core
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2304
Memory
Clock
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6008 MHz ( 1,502 MHz GDDR5 )
Memory
Interface
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384-bit
Interface
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DVI Output : Yes x 1 (DVI-I), Yes x 1 (DVI-D)
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HDMI Output : Yes x 1
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Display Port : Yes x 1 (Regular DP)
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HDCP Support : Yes
Power
Consumption
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up to 300Wadditional 6+8 pin PCIe power required
Accessories
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1 x Power cable
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1 x DVI to D-Sub adaptor
Software
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ASUS GPU Tweak & Driver
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ASUS Features
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Fan Sink
Dimensions
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10.8 " x 4.376 " x 1.5 " Inch
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27.43 x 11.11 x3.81 Centimeter
Note
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To have the best cooling performance, ASUS GTX780-3GD5 extends
the fansink to 2 slots. Please double check you Chassis and Motherboard dimension
prior to purchase to make sure it fits in your system!
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Note that the actual boost clock will vary depending on actual
system conditions. For more information, please visit http://www.geforce.com/
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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PCB color and bundled software versions are change without
notice.
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Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their
respective company.
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UEFI BIOS support
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