MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK vs KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK and KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK operates at a base clock speed of 1.480 GHz and has 11 GB of GDDR5X memory, while the KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti operates at a base clock speed of 1.480 GHz and has 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The weights differ at 1363 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK is 250 W, while that of the KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is 250 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 KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK 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 1080 Ti NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
GPU Chip	GP102-350-K1-A1 GP102-350-K1-A1
Execution units	28 28
Shader	3584 3584
Render Output Units	88 88
Texture Units	224 224

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	11 GB 11 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5X GDDR5X
Memory Speed	1.376 GHz 1.376 GHz
Memory Bandwith	484 GB/s 484 GB/s
Memory Interface	352 bit 352 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.480 GHz 1.480 GHz
Boost Clock	1.582 GHz 1.620 GHz+ 2 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.607 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK 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	250 W 250 W
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 KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK, 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	Radial Radial/Axial (Radiator)
Cooler-Type	Air cooling AIO water cooling
Fan 1	1 x 70 mm 1 x 70 mm
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent
Fan 2	-- 1 x 120 mm
Noise (Load)	-- 0 dB

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK 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 v1.4 3x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	-- 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK 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_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 KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK. 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 KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK 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	281 mm 269 mm
Height	124 mm 111 mm
Width	42 mm 35 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	-- 1363 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SEA HAWK, 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	Q1/2017 Q1/2017
Structure size	16 nm 16 nm
Part-no	80IUJBMDP9VK --
Documents	data sheet data sheet