MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING vs GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING operates at a base clock speed of 1.480 GHz and has 11 GB of GDDR5X memory, while the GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF operates at a base clock speed of 1.480 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at 1707 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING is 250 W, while that of the GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF is 250 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING

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Higher clock speed

1.480 GHz 1.190 GHz+ 19 %

Around 20% better clock speed
More memory

11 GB 6 GB

45% more memory

Top features of GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF 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 980 Ti
GPU Chip	GP102-350-K1-A1 GM200-310-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	28 22
Shader	3584 2816
Render Output Units	88 96
Texture Units	224 176

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	11 GB 6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5X GDDR5
Memory Speed	1.391 GHz 7.01 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	489 GB/s 337 GB/s
Memory Interface	352 bit 384 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF 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 1.190 GHz+ 19 %
Boost Clock	1.632 GHz+ 3 % 1.291 GHz+ 20 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.620 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF 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
Tjunction max	-- 92 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	3 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF, 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 100 mm 1 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent
Fan 2	1 x 90 mm 2 x 80 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	2x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0
DP Ports	2x DP v1.4 3x DP v1.2
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF 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 4096x2160
DirectX	12_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting Addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF. 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 No
VP9	Decode No
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF 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	320 mm 315 mm
Height	140 mm 144 mm
Width	61 mm 51 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots
Weight	1707 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti LIGHTNING and GALAX GeForce GTX 980 Ti HOF, 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 x 16
Release date	Q1/2017 Q2/2015
Structure size	16 nm 28 nm
Part-no	-- 98IRH5DHF7XH
Documents	data sheet --