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NVIDIA

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 graphics card 4 GB GDDR5 1.05 GHz core 1.18 GHz boost clock

SKU CH-2C3H-52SQM

Delivers 1.05 GHz base and 1.18 GHz boost clocks with 4 GB GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus via PCIe 3.0 x16

  • Graphics processorGTX 970
  • Memory capacity4 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count1664
  • Boost frequency1.18 GHz
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • 1664 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads for smoother gameplay
  • 4 GB GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus delivers high memory bandwidth
  • Core clock 1.05 GHz with 1.18 GHz boost provides responsive performance
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface ensures fast data transfer
  • HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI outputs support up to four monitors

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Gaming Card

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 is a high-performance graphics card built for serious gaming at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. It runs on the Maxwell architecture with 1664 CUDA cores, a 1.05 GHz core clock and a 1.18 GHz boost clock. The 4GB GDDR5 frame buffer uses a 256-bit memory interface clocked at 7000 MHz. This PCI Express 3.0 x16 card targets enthusiasts who want strong DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.4 support.

Dual-Slot Design With HDMI DisplayPort DVI

The card occupies two expansion slots and measures 10.5 inches in length with a height of 4.4 inches, so it fits most mid-tower and larger cases. A single fan cooler exhausts heat toward the rear bracket. Video outputs include HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI, allowing up to four monitors to be driven simultaneously. The plug-in form factor requires a free x16 slot and adequate airflow around the shroud.

Check Power Connectors Case Length And PSU Wattage

Verify that your power supply has the required 6-pin and 8-pin PCIe connectors and enough wattage for the full system load. Measure the available graphics-card clearance in your chassis to confirm the 10.5-inch length will fit without blocking drive cages or cables. Ensure the motherboard provides a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and that the rear bracket has two adjacent openings for the dual-slot bracket.

How it compares

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

Price $308.99
Cheaper than about 56% 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).
Boost frequency 1.18 GHz
Lower than about 96% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNVIDIA
Product lineGTX 900
Model nameNVIDIA GTX 970
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Graphics
Graphics processorGTX 970
Memory capacity4 GB
Boost frequency1.18 GHz
CUDA core count1664
Core frequency1.05 GHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 Series
Effective memory speed7000 MHz
Memory bus width256-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL supportOpenGL
Multi-GPU support3-Way SLI
VR readyYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI portsYes
DisplayPort connectorsYes
DVI portsYes
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Power
Power input connector2 × 6-Pin
Size & build
Form factorPlug-in Card
Slots occupied2 Slots

Questions about this item

What bandwidth does the PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface provide for this GTX 970?

The card runs on a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot, delivering up to 16 GB/s of theoretical bandwidth for the GPU.

How much case clearance does the 10.5-inch length and dual-slot design require?

You need 10.5 inches of clear length and two adjacent expansion slots; the card occupies 4.4 inches of vertical space.

Which power connectors must be attached before the GTX 970 will start?

Connect both 6-pin PCIe power cables from the PSU; the card will not boot if either is missing.

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