MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G vs PNY GeForce GTX 1080 differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G and PNY GeForce GTX 1080 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G operates at a base clock speed of 1.607 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the PNY GeForce GTX 1080 operates at a base clock speed of 1.607 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR5X memory. The weights differ at 1113 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G is 180 W, while that of the PNY GeForce GTX 1080 is 180 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
GPU Chip	GP104-400-A1 / GP104-410-A1 GP104-300-A1
Execution units	20 199
Shader	2560 2432
Render Output Units	64 64
Texture Units	160 152

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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	GDDR5X GDDR5
Memory Speed	1.251 GHz 2.002 GHz
Memory Bandwith	320 GB/s 256 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 256 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.607 GHz 1.607 GHz
Boost Clock	1.733 GHz 1.683 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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	180 W 180 W
PCIe-Power	1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G, 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
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	1 x 70 mm 3 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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 v1.4 3x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting MSI Mystic Light

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G. 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 PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G 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 312 mm
Height	111 mm 140 mm
Width	42 mm 40 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	-- 1113 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of PNY GeForce GTX 1080 and MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Ti DUKE 8G, 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	Q2/2016 Q4/2017
Structure size	16 nm 16 nm
Part-no	VCGGTX10808PB --
Documents	data sheet data sheet