ASUS HD 6900 Series DirectCU II graphics cards introduce exclusive DirectCU II technology which uses copper heat pipes directly contacting the GPU and twin 100mm fans for a massive 600% increase in airflow compared to reference. Innovative ASUS Super Alloy Power technology uses a unique alloy formula in power components such as chokes, capacitors, POSCAPs and MOSFETs to ensure a 15% performance boost, 35°C cooler operation and 2.5 times longer lifespan. In addition, ASUS overvolting utility Voltage Tweak allows gamers to realize the full potential of their PC’s graphics performance with an easy to use and intuitive user interface.
Expand your visual horizon across six monitors with four native DisplayPort outputs. Speed up applications and enjoy brilliant video with AMD EyeSpeed visual acceleration. With flexible and cost-effective AMD Eyefinity multi-display technology and AMD HD3D technology for 3D entertainment, the ASUS HD 6970 DirectCU II graphics card offers The Ultimate Visual Experience.
Six monitors output for the winASUS HD 6970 DirectCU II is equipped with 2 DVI & 4 DisplayPort to support 6 display output simultaneously through one single video card, enabling massive desktop workspaces and ultra-immersive visual environments for the ultimate panoramic computing experience.
DirectCU IIBased on ASUS DirectCU architecture, which uses copper heat pipes in direct contact with the GPU to speed up heat dissipation for over 20% cooler performance, DirectCU II takes cooling further with twin 100mm fans for 600% airflow. This massive increase in cooling translates into an immediate performance gain, as the card can take on heavier loads. Gamers can also overclock the hardware further thanks to higher tolerances and lower temperatures.
Super Alloy PowerSuper Alloy Power technology uses special alloy formula in critical power delivery components like chokes, capacitors, POSCAPs and MOSFETs for a 15% performance boost, 35°C cooler operation and 2.5 times longer lifespan when compared to reference designs.
Voltage TweakExclusive ASUS Voltage Tweak technology makes it easy for you to increase voltages to the GPU core, video memory and board to raise card speeds by up to 50% faster - a major advantage much sought after by hardcore gamers.
Microsoft DirectX 11The very latest in high-speed, high-fidelity gaming and computing, Microsoft DirectX 11 featuring new technologies like Compute Shaders, Direct2D, Multi-threaded Rendering and Tessellation enables not just more visually stunning games, but significant performance improvements in some of your favorite websites and everyday applications.
AMD EyeSpeed TechnologyWith AMD Accelerated Parallel Processing (APP) technology and third-generation UVD (Unified Video Decoder) dedicated video playback accelerator, enjoy beautifully rich and clear video playback when streaming from the web. Take in your favorite movies in stunning, stutter-free HD quality and run multiple applications smoothly at maximum speed. Enjoy lightning fast game play and realistic physics effects with enhanced Video Quality features such as advanced post-processing and scaling, dynamic contrast enhancement and color correction, and independent video gamma control.
Pros: Runs all my games so far at max settings no problem. Solid construction, appealing look. Very nice packaging. The cooler on this card is excellent, especially with good airflow in your case. So far i've played around with overclocking the card, and putting it through some mild stress tests, as well as a solid 10 hours of intense gaming and i have not seen temperatures over 65c yet.
Cons: Huge! (which i knew when i bought it) make sure it fits your case. Its size and weight causes it to sag a little in the slot, hasnt been a problem so far, and i'm hoping it will have no long term effects. Smartdoctor program that comes with it leaves something to be desired.
Overall Review: For those who have a HAF-X case, this card will NOT fit in the case at the same time as the GPU duct. It is simply too long. Likewise, being a triple slot card, you will NOT fit 3 of these on most motherboards. I have the ASUS crosshair V and i will be able to fit only 2 of these cards. If you are looking at triple crossfire cards, this is not the way to go. consider adding some support to prop this card up, as it's size causes it to sag a bit. I wired my power cables in such a way that they are holding the end of the card up a little, and that seems to work well. the box it came in was very nice, classy, which of course does not affect performance but is still a nice touch. I will be buying a second one soon, and i would love to have been able to fit 3 of these on my motherboard, but i knew going in that it wouldnt be happening.