ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini vs GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC differences in specs

Comparison of ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini and GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini operates at a base clock speed of 1.088 GHz+ 4 % and has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.088 GHz+ 4 % and has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini is 145 W-2 %, while that of the GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC is 145 W-2 %. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC

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Higher clock speed

1.126 GHz+ 7 % 1.088 GHz+ 4 %

Around 3% better clock speed

Top features of ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
GPU Chip	GM204-200-A1 (Maxwell 2.0) GM204-200-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	13 13
Shader	1664 1664
Render Output Units	56 56
Texture Units	104 104

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	4 GB 4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Clock	1.753 GHz 1.753 GHz
Memory Speed	7.01 Gbps 7.01 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	224 GB/s 224 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.126 GHz+ 7 % 1.088 GHz+ 4 %
Boost Clock	1.266 GHz+ 7 % 1.228 GHz+ 4 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	145 W-2 % 145 W-2 %
Tjunction max	98 \xc2\xb0C 98 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	2 x 6-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial Axial
Fan 1	2 x 80 mm 1 x 85 mm
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0 1x HDMI v2.0
DP Ports	1x DP v1.2 1x DP v1.2
DVI Ports	2 2

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	4096x2160 4096x2160
DirectX	12_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
h265 / HEVC	No No
VP8	Decode Decode
VP9	No No
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	180 mm 170 mm
Height	124 mm 122 mm
Width	41 mm 41 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of GALAX GeForce GTX 970 Gamer OC and ASUS GeForce GTX 970 DC Mini, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 3 x 16 PCIe 3 x 16
Release date	Q4/2014 Q4/2014
Launch Price	329 $ 329 $
Structure size	28 nm 28 nm
Part-no	97NPH6DT8RVZ GTX970-DCMOC-4GD5