MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME vs ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME operates at a base clock speed of 1.152 GHz+ 2 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI operates at a base clock speed of 1.152 GHz+ 2 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at 860 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME is 120 W, while that of the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI is 120 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME

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Top features of ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI

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Higher clock speed

1.177 GHz+ 4 % 1.152 GHz+ 2 %

Around 2% better clock speed

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI 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 960 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960
GPU Chip	GM206-300-A1 (Maxwell 2.0) GM206-300-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	8 8
Shader	1024 1024
Render Output Units	32 32
Texture Units	64 64

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	2 GB 2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Clock	1.753 GHz 1.753 GHz
Memory Speed	7.01 Gbps 7.01 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	112 GB/s 112 GB/s
Memory Interface	128 bit 128 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.152 GHz+ 2 % 1.177 GHz+ 4 %
Boost Clock	1.216 GHz+ 3 % 1.240 GHz+ 5 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI 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	120 W 120 W
Tjunction max	98 \xc2\xb0C 98 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI, 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 100 mm 2 x 75 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 MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI 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	3x DP v1.2 1x DP v1.2
DVI Ports	1 2

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI 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 MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI. 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 MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI 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	267 mm 206 mm
Height	139 mm 111 mm
Width	48 mm --
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	860 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming LE 100ME and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 2xDVI, 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	Q3/2015 Q1/2015
Launch Price	199 $ 249 $
Structure size	28 nm 28 nm
Part-no	-- ZT-90302-10M
Documents	data sheet --