Product Comparison: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 ARMOR 8G OC vs Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 Windforce OC
General Specifications
Brand
MSI
Gigabyte
Model
GeForce GTX 1080 ARMOR 8G OC
GeForce GTX 1080 Windforce OC
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Game in style & dare to be different with MSI’s unique ARMOR graphics cards. Inspired by advanced armor shielding with a classy black & white finish. ARMOR graphics cards are perfect for gamers and case modders who are looking for something different. This is where gaming meets class.
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 windforce OC video card power by the new NVIDIA pascal architecture. Integrated with 8GB gddr5x 256bit memory, windforce 3x with blade fan design. Supports up to 8K display at60Hz.
Key Specs
Video Memory Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
GPU Clock Speed
1797 MHz
1797 MHz
Memory Bus Width
256 bit
256 bit
What customers say about "Key Specs"
MSI GeForce GTX 1080 ARMOR 8G OC 8GB GDDR5X Graphics Card
- This is a good, solid performing graphics card that provides an outstanding value for the price.
- I have a 1440P monitor at 75Hz refresh rate and all of my games meet that potential on max settings.
- This card is running rock solid in all games and in 3DMark.
- This card is such an upgrade from the 970. I am easily maxing out FPS on every game I have which I cap at 150 for my 144hz refresh monitor. Great card.
- Can't play games on max settings and get 60fps.
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 Windforce OC Graphics Card
- The Nvidia 1080 is an excellent graphics card and brings 4k and VR gaming to the average consumer.
- Amazing performance from this card so far. My only issue is that one of the fans was stuck due to the X frame and the wire was touching the same fan.
- I live-stream and play a lot of video games and this card handles it extremely well and my computer does not get hot even when running AAA games on High settings.
- Guaranteed Satisfaction. I upgraded to this gpu from an ASUS GTX950-2G, which is also a great video card, and the difference in performance is beyond words.
- In really intense gaming scenes especially long ones like a 15, to 20 min boss fight it runs a little hot 80c+ non oc but messing with the oc controls that can be remedied.
Size & Weight
Height
1.46 in.
1.6 in.
Width
10.98 in.
11 in.
Depth
5.51 in.
4.5 in.
Weight
1.93 lbs.
2.2 lbs.
Features
Processor Type
GeForce GTX 1080
GeForce GTX 1080
Video Memory Type
GDDR5X
GDDR5X
Video Memory Clock Speed
10010 MHz
10010 MHz
API Supported
DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5
DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5
Card Size
Dual Width
Dual Width
Featured Technology
MULTI-GPU Technology, VR Ready, NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Adaptive Vertical Sync, NVIDIA GameStream
NVIDIA Pascal, NVIDIA GameWorks, NVIDIA VRWorks, VR Ready
Cooling System
TORX Fans
WINDFORCE 3X
Extras
Afterburner, Zero frozr, Airflow control, Unique Dual Fan Design
Unique Blade Fan Design, 3D Active Fan, Composite heat-pipes, Heat Pipe Direct Touch, Stylish Metal Back Plate, One-click Super overclocking, Smart Power LED indicators
What customers say about "Features"
MSI GeForce GTX 1080 ARMOR 8G OC 8GB GDDR5X Graphics Card
- This card looks very impressive when you pull it out of the box. It has provided me with superb performance.
- It works good, everything looks amazing.
- It great performance and overpowered for only 1080p.
- All games are running on Ultra settings and look fantastic.
- Works great, great graphics, little noise, easy to install!
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 Windforce OC Graphics Card
- Lighting is a nice touch but can be difficult to sync with other peripherals.
- I'm driving three 27" 1920x1080p monitors via Nvidia's 3D Surround technology and I still get amazing frame rates in all the games I play. This card replaced two GTX970's running in SLI.
- The GeForce 1080 GTX is based on pascal technology which means, in laymen terms, it's ALOT FASTER than anything else on the market at the price point.
- Lackluster lighting options; lights on card also look pretty dim.
Connectivity
Interface
PCI-E 3.0
PCI-E 3.0
Output(s)
3x DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D
HDMI, DVI-D, 3x DisplayPort
What customers say about "Connectivity"
MSI GeForce GTX 1080 ARMOR 8G OC 8GB GDDR5X Graphics Card
- No problems playing all games at 1440p with pretty much everything set to high. Good connectivity options.
- Wonderful video card! Easy to install, runs great! Great connectivity.
- Amazing and extremely reliable graphics card with great connectors.
- Excellent GPU! The temp stays cold! Amazing number of DisplayPorts.
- It would be better to add HDMI ports than DisplayPorts.
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 Windforce OC Graphics Card
- Easy to use clock to 2038 MHz no software needed.
- IT IS AMAZING! It's connected to a Samsung 65" 4k TV. I play StarCraft 2 and World of Warcraft and FPS at 60hz is well into the 100's with high graphics settings.
- This is connected to 1440p/144hz/G-Sync and 4k/60hz/10bit displays. I did the usual benches with GTA V, WItcher 3, ROTTR, Mordor, and yes even Batman AK.
- Only thing wrong is the installation cd came in way blank. Literally nothing on it.
- DVI-D connection will not connect to my monitor. HDMI works fine for connection to tv however I get no signal from the DVI-D.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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