MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X vs GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X operates at a base clock speed of 1.605 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, while the GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.605 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at 1421 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X is 215 W, while that of the GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC is 215 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X

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Higher clock speed

1.605 GHz 1.515 GHz

Around 6% better clock speed

Top features of GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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 2070 SUPER NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
GPU Chip	TU104 TU104
Execution units	40 46
Shader	2560 2944
Render Output Units	64 64
Texture Units	160 184

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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 MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.605 GHz 1.515 GHz
Boost Clock	1.800 GHz+ 2 % 1.785 GHz+ 4 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.710 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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	88 °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 MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC, 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 2 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent --

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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	No LED lighting Addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC. 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 MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC 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	297 mm 283 mm
Height	143 mm 139 mm
Width	56 mm 41 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	1421 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GAMING X and GALAX GeForce RTX 2080 OC, 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	Q3/2019 Q3/2018
Structure size	12 nm 12 nm
Part-no	-- 28NSL6UCT7OC
Documents	data sheet data sheet