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Brand | ASUS |
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Model | EAH3870X2/G/3DHTI/1G |
Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x16 |
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Chipset Manufacturer | ATI |
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GPU | Radeon HD 3870 X2 |
Core Clock | 825MHz |
Stream Processors | 640 Stream Processors |
Effective Memory Clock | 1800 MHz |
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Memory Size | 1GB |
Memory Interface | 512-Bit |
Memory Type | GDDR3 |
DirectX | DirectX 10.1 |
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OpenGL | OpenGL 2.0 |
HDMI | 1 x HDMI (via Adapter) |
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DVI | 4 x DVI |
TV-Out | HDTV / S-Video Out |
RAMDAC | 400MHz |
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Max Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
CrossFireX Support | Yes |
Cooler | With Fan |
Power Connector | 1 x 6-Pin + 1 x 8-Pin |
Dual-Link DVI Supported | Yes |
HDCP Ready | Yes |
Features | Special bundled: CD Leather Wallet The card size is 4.376 inches x 10.5 inches |
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Package Contents | EAH3870X2/G/3DHTI/1G Driver Disk User Manual HDTV Cable Power Cable DVI to VGA/D-sub Adapter DVI to HDMI Adapter CrossFire Bridge CD Wallet Game Disk |
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Date First Available | April 30, 2008 |
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Pros: Dual GPU for high res muscle power. This card performs under stress very well. Don't expect miracles but this card will not dissapoint you. Out performs my 8800GTX, my friends 8800GTS G92, and my other friends 8800GT hands down. This is also again faster than my other friends two 8800GTS SLI (G80) by about 3k in 3dmark06. All using e8400 ~4GHz + under good water and comparable motherboards/ram.
Cons: I needed to upgrade from my single 8800GTX 630/1400/950. Going back to ATI takes a little getting used to. Make sure you have a 650w + PSU of good make to run this properly. My 1200 turbocool has no problems even with a 20amp TEC on the same rail. =) This card is slightly bigger than a 8800GTX because of the fan design, which idles much lower than the GTX at around 35C.
Overall Review: I game at high resolution 3840x1024 and the 8800GTX did OK but this new card screams even with NO overclock. After turning it up to 855/955 this card gave me a 19,128 3dmark06 score. That beats my 88GTX by 5K!!! For the price this is the BEST single slot solution to date. The 9800GX2 is way expensive so that isn't an option or even close at these prices. For p35 motherboard owners this is a must buy for maximum performance. You only have one PCIe 16x slot so fill it with glory.