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ASUS Strix GTX 970 dual-slot graphics card with three fans and metal backplate

ASUS

ASUS Strix GTX 970 DirectCU II OC 4GB graphics card

SKU CH-KNE5-R4FNT

Factory-overclocked 4 GB GDDR5 card with DirectCU II cooling and 0 dB fan mode for silent light loads

  • Graphics processorGTX 970
  • Memory capacity4 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • Type of memoryGraphic Card
  • Core frequency1.11 GHz
  • Form factorPlug-in Card
  • Factory overclock to 1253 MHz boosts frame rates
  • DirectCU II cooler runs cooler and quieter under load
  • 0dB fan mode stops fans completely during light tasks
  • 4 GB GDDR5 on 256-bit bus feeds high-resolution textures
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface with SLI support for multi-GPU scaling

Factory-overclocked GTX 970 for 1080p gaming

This ASUS Strix card targets gamers who want a ready-to-go GTX 970 at 1.11 GHz base clock with a 1253 MHz factory boost. The 4 GB GDDR5 frame buffer on a 256-bit bus handles 1080p titles and supports SLI for multi-GPU scaling. DirectX 11.2 compliance covers the API needs of the GTX 900 series era.

Dual-slot PCIe 3.0 x16 install with 0 dB idle

The board occupies two slots and plugs into a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot; verify case clearance for the dual-slot cooler before fitting. 0 dB fan technology stops the fans completely at low loads, eliminating noise during media playback. GPU Tweak software provides overclocking and streaming controls, while DIGI+ VRM with 6-phase Super Alloy Power components aims to improve power delivery durability.

DirectCU II cooling sustains boost clocks longer

DirectCU II heatpipes transfer GPU heat to a dual-fan heatsink, keeping temperatures lower than reference designs under extended loads. Cooler thermals let the 1253 MHz boost hold for longer periods in demanding scenes. The 256-bit memory interface and 4 GB GDDR5 maintain consistent bandwidth during prolonged sessions.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $301.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 4 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 1.11 GHz
Lower than about 91% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineGTX 900
Memory
Type of memoryGraphic Card
Graphics
Graphics processorGTX 970
Memory capacity4 GB
Core frequency1.11 GHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width256-Bit
OpenGL supportDirectX 11.2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI portsYes
DisplayPort connectorsYes
DVI portsYes
Size & build
Form factorPlug-in Card
More details
Cooling solutionFan Cooler

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the card is running at its factory 1253 MHz boost clock after installation?

Open GPU Tweak or a similar monitoring tool and watch the core frequency under load; it should read 1253 MHz when the GPU is fully utilised.

What cables or adapters are included for the HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI outputs?

The card provides native HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI connectors; use the monitor cables you already own — no proprietary adapters are required.

Which GTX 900 series model matches a 4 GB 256-bit GDDR5 configuration with a dual-slot cooler?

This Strix GTX 970 DirectCU II OC is the 4 GB 256-bit variant with the dual-slot DirectCU II cooler and factory overclock.

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