GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC vs Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 differences in specs

Comparison of GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.515 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, while the Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 operates at a base clock speed of 1.515 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC is 215 W, while that of the Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 is 215 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 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 RTX 2080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
GPU Chip	TU104 TU104
Execution units	46 46
Shader	2944 2944
Render Output Units	64 64
Texture Units	184 184

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	8 GB 8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6 GDDR6
Memory Speed	1.75 GHz 1.75 GHz
Memory Bandwith	448 GB/s 448 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.515 GHz 1.515 GHz
Boost Clock	1.785 GHz+ 4 % 1.710 GHz
Avg (Game) Clock	1.710 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 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	215 W 215 W
Tjunction max	89 °C 89 °C
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080, 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
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	2 x 90 mm 2 x 90 mm
Fan 2	-- 1 x 80 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4a 3x DP v1.4a
USB-C Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 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	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_2 12_2
Raytracing	Yes Yes
DLSS / FSR	Yes Yes
LED	Addressable LED No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080. 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
VP8	Decode Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080 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	283 mm 292 mm
Height	139 mm 112 mm
Width	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 RTX 2080 OC and Gainward GeForce RTX 2080, 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 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2018 Q3/2018
Structure size	12 nm 12 nm
Part-no	28NSL6UCT7OC 426018336-4207
Documents	data sheet data sheet