NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning differences in specs

Comparison of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti operates at a base clock speed of 1.002 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning operates at a base clock speed of 1.002 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti is 250 W, while that of the MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning is 250 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti

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Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning

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Higher clock speed

1.203 GHz+ 20 % 1.002 GHz

Around 17% better clock speed

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning 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 980 Ti NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti
GPU Chip	GM200-310-A1 (Maxwell 2.0) GM200-310-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	22 22
Shader	2816 2816
Render Output Units	96 96
Texture Units	176 176

Memory

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

Specification	Value
Memory Size	6 GB 6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Clock	1.753 GHz 1.775 GHz
Memory Speed	7.01 Gbps 7.1 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	337 GB/s 341 GB/s
Memory Interface	384 bit 384 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.002 GHz 1.203 GHz+ 20 %
Boost Clock	1.076 GHz 1.304 GHz+ 21 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning 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 92 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin, 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning, 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 90 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 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning 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 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning 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 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning. 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 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning 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 330 mm
Height	111 mm 140 mm
Width	40 mm 53 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti and MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti Lightning, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.