NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 vs GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X differences in specs

Comparison of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 operates at a base clock speed of 1.050 GHz and has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X operates at a base clock speed of 1.050 GHz and has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 is 145 W-2 %, while that of the GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X is 145 W-2 %. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970

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Top features of GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X

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Higher clock speed

1.076 GHz+ 2 % 1.050 GHz

Around 2% better clock speed

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X 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 970 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
GPU Chip	GM204-200-A1 (Maxwell 2.0) GM204-200-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	13 13
Shader	1664 1664
Render Output Units	56 56
Texture Units	104 104

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	4 GB 4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Clock	1.753 GHz 1.753 GHz
Memory Speed	7.01 Gbps 7.01 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	224 GB/s 224 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.050 GHz 1.076 GHz+ 2 %
Boost Clock	1.178 GHz 1.203 GHz+ 2 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.178 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X 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	145 W-2 % 145 W-2 %
Tjunction max	98 \xc2\xb0C 98 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	2 x 6-Pin 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X, 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 Axial
Fan 1	1 x 65 mm 3 x 80 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 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X 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 3x DP v1.2
DVI Ports	1 2

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X 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 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X. 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 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X 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 297 mm
Height	111 mm 114 mm
Width	40 mm 36 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 970 WINDFORCE 3X, 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	Q3/2014 Q1/2015
Launch Price	299 $ 329 $
Structure size	28 nm 28 nm
Part-no	-- GV-N970WF3-4GD
Documents	data sheet data sheet